The article explores the tension between personal achievement and political opinions in family dynamics. The narrator reflects on the shock and sadness felt after their grandparents dismissed their acceptance into prestigious universities due to their political views. Despite the narrator's hard work and dreams, their family members prioritize political beliefs over personal milestones, leading to feelings of isolation and concern about future education access amidst political turmoil. The narrative emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal accomplishments over political disagreements.
"Harvard has some of the best faculty and students in the world," I snapped at them. "That is not up for debate - it's a fact."
I began to cry, not because I expected everyone to celebrate with me, but because I couldn't believe that my own grandparents couldn't share my joy and wouldn't toast my accomplishment.
What political idea could mean more than the achievement of their grandchild?
Instead of looking forward to college next year, my classmates and I are preoccupied with a new fear: What is going to happen to our access to education?
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