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She says she would often get "disheartened" when homes did become available but were unsuitable for her wheelchair, with some even having steps to the front door.

For one thing, it’s later in the evening — but more important, it’s the night after the election, and these Kamala Harris supporters are understandably disheartened.

When potential adopters are thwarted for such disheartening and unnecessary reasons, this can multiply the work for the people in animal welfare.

A former first-round pick, Johnston had an especially disheartening performance, as he was targeted five times but finished with no catches.

“He profits from fringe medical ideas. By nominating RFK Jr & Mehmet Oz, Trump is giving his middle finger to science. Having worked for 40 years in public health, it’s utterly disheartening.”