The post-election tension following the 2016 Presidential Election left the emotions of Americans across the country scattered. In an attempt to heal this tension, Alejandro Andrade decided to spread the love to his classmates at Virginia Commonwealth University. The 18-year-old psychology student stood on the campus in the cold Virginia weather holding a sign reading “In light of the hate and/or mistrust… FREE HUGS”. Andrade stood outside for a total of 8 hours offering hugs to anyone who walked by. When asked about his actions, other VCU students – Democrat, Republican, and Libertarian alike – were all grateful for the compassionate gesture.
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