OMG u guys!!!!!!
I'm literally over here crying tears of joy!!! This Syrian refugee, Ryyan Alshebl, has just been elected MAYOR of this tiny German town and it's like the whole country is finally coming together!
He was born in Syria but had to flee because of war and now he's won an election and is going to make a real difference in his community!!!
The German government is hailing him as a symbol of diversity and inclusivity and I am HERE. FOR. IT!!!
It's about time someone from a minority background gets a chance to lead, you know?!
And can we talk about how inspiring it is that he didn't let the hate comments get him down? He just kept on trucking and now look at him go!
His promise to prioritize digital access and flexible childcare provisions won over many voters and I'm like YAAAS, more of this please!!!
This is literally a momentous day for Germany and for refugees everywhere!
So here's to Ryyan Alshebl, the first Syrian refugee mayor in German history!
You're a beacon of hope and a reminder that anyone can make a difference no matter what their background is!!! 