The American Human Rights Council (AHEC-USA) congratulates all winning candidates of all electoral posts. Voters have voted and made their voice heard. We should all accept the outcome of these elections. That is the ultimate expression of democracy. Elected officials should focus on serving the public beyond party lines and party affiliations.

AHRC thanks all other candidates who ran and did not win. In an election, some win and some lose. We will always have another election, no one should be discouraged. Also, voters need to draw lessons from each election cycle. Time is due for reconcil...