Ben and Alex Unite Boston Residents in Post-Election Listening Session
- Ben and Alex established a listening session in Jamaica Plain on November 4, 2024, after the elections.
- They engaged nearly three dozen attendees, including Trump and Harris supporters, who expressed a desire to be heard.
- The initiative illustrates a hopeful step toward connection and unity in a divided political environment.
On November 4, 2024, shortly after the U.S. elections, Ben and Alex from Boston decided to address the post-election discontent. They took chairs and signs reading 'Want to talk about it?' to Jamaica Plain's pond area, inviting people to share their thoughts and feelings. Many individuals, supporters of both Trump and Harris, participated in the session, expressing their views on the election while seeking validation and connection. Throughout the four-hour session, they engaged nearly three dozen people, highlighting the desire for unity amidst the ongoing political divide. Ben and Alex observed that people from varied political backgrounds wanted to be heard and felt a sense of isolation in the current climate. Encouraged by the positive responses, they planned to return for another session on November 8, 2024, aiming to create a space for dialogue and peace.