Don Lemon Reveals Disgusting Racism He Faced During Trump's Presidency

BYAlexander Cole4.4K Views
Link Copied to Clipboard!
Mike Pont/Getty Images for Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights
Don Lemon
Don Lemon was brutally honest about what the last four years have been like.

At this point, everyone knows and agrees that Donald Trump's presidency was incredibly polarizing and divisive. His rhetoric back in 2016 emboldened many to voice some repugnant beliefs and it led many to face racism that they had never been subjected to before. Members of the news media were especially hit hard during this time, particularly men such as Van Jones and Don Lemon who work for CNN.

Immediately following Joe Biden's election win on Saturday, Van Jones was emotional as he spoke about just how much Biden's win will mean to so many people. Don Lemon echoed these sentiments while speaking to Chris Cuomo last night, as he went into detail on some of the slurs he faced from people all while Trump was in the White House. Lemon's words were powerful and important to listen to.

"I didn't expect to be so overwhelmed by that. I didn't realize the PTSD that many marginalized people – African-Americans women, Latinos, people of color, all kinds of white people – are feeling around this country, because we have had whiplash from someone who only cares about himself and not uniting people," Lemon said. "Never before that I've been in this business, since 1991, have I ever had to deal with the crap that I've had to deal with over the last four years. It is disgusting."

While Trump will no longer be President, this does not mean racism simply ends...on the contrary. There is still a lot of work to be done although there is no denying that many feel safer with Biden in the White House.

Don Lemon Reveals Disgusting Racism He Faced During Trump's Presidency
Mike Pont/Getty Images for Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights

About The Author
Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
...