People wanted the “Scandal” character to take care of the situation and make everything better.

Where is #OliviaPope when you need her?

Goodnight, America. Will be dreaming of #OliviaPope storming in and saying these magical words. #considerithandled #gladiator #scandal pic.twitter.com/axE0yO316c

These are the days where I wish @kerrywashington character #OliviaPope was a real person. #ElectionNight

Alas, Kerry Washington took to Twitter to remind people that Ms. Pope is a fictional character, while the results of the election are very, very real. Self-care is what is needed now.