Contributor Comment: Going Indy

In the aftermath of this election, I find myself questioning the integrity of my own party. Why did I align with the Democrats to begin with? 

Beliefs which are important to me, such as serving the people through transparency, ethical actions and equality led me to register as a Democrat. 

Also, since Pennsylvania holds a closed primary, I felt forced into selecting a political party in order to completely participate in the voting process. 

Because of my recent disappointments with the Democrats, I'm contemplating changing my party affiliation to "independent" which means giving up my ability to vote in primary elections. 

In a most sickening turn, some of the politicians I voted for have now bowed to Trump. Their loyalty no longer lays with those who put them in office. Instead, they seek to gain favor from a convicted felon who has undermined the justice system. 

This country is very sick, I just hope it doesn't die. 

--Sharon Lintner