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<\/p>\nWhen Sara Milliken placed first in the National American Miss pageant, she accomplished a significant milestone that made her and her supporters proud. Her joy was soon eclipsed, though, by a flurry of online abuse directed at her appearance.<\/p>\n
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After winning the Miss Alabama pageant, Milliken was subjected to disparaging comments from internet trolls who called her an \u2018unhealthy embarrassment.\u2019<\/p>\n
Milliken is unflinching in her pursuit of body acceptance and positivity in spite of the criticism. <\/p>\n
According to Milliken, \u2018even text typed on a screen can leave a lasting impression on people.\u2019 \u2018That can lead people to do some very dark things to themselves, even though I’m not at that point.\u2019<\/p>\n
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Among the hurtful statements were ones that questioned her appropriateness for a beauty competition and made disparaging comparisons to the mascots of fast food chains. <\/p>\n
Despite the criticism, Milliken’s admirers have come together in support of her, complimenting her beauty and character. <\/p>\n
A admirer said, \u2018Anyone with any values and\/or humanity can see that from miles away\u2014you are so beautiful on the inside and out.\u2019 Others also complimented her on her accomplishments and beneficial influence.<\/p>\n
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Resolved to not allow the harsh criticism stop her, Milliken is spending Thanksgiving weekend getting ready for the national finals in Florida. <\/p>\n
She said, \u2018To be honest, it got to me for about five minutes.\u2019 Even on the internet, their remarks have the power to hurt. <\/p>\n
This kind of put me in a position to promote optimism, which is something I’ve always wanted to do.<\/p>\n
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After three tries, Milliken became victorious in this competition that seeks to promote a \u2018positive self-image by enhancing natural beauty within.\u2019<\/p>\n
Over Memorial Day Weekend, she took part in a variety of interviews, volunteer projects, and presentations.<\/p>\n
She received great marks for personality, confidence, and communication. \u2018Braces, glasses, skin problems, varying heights, weights, and appearances, <\/p>\n
are all a part of creating the special and unique individual that you are and that we want to celebrate,\u2019 the contest organizers write, emphasizing the importance of appreciating diverse appearances.<\/p>\n
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After receiving a surprising amount of support following her victory, Milliken went on to amass thousands of new social media followers in a matter of hours. <\/p>\n
Offers of gowns and cosmetics to assist her advance to the next stage of the tournament have deluged her email. <\/p>\n
\u2018You can achieve anything you set your mind to, regardless of how your body looks or where you’re from,\u2019 Milliken said. <\/p>\n
\u2018I got to know so many incredible, successful ladies. That was unquestionably the highlight. Even though Milliken has overcome the hostility, <\/p>\n
she emphasized the value of kindness, acknowledging that not everyone is able to quickly get over remarks that are so upsetting. <\/p>\n