Even in a year as tumultuous as 2020, Zendaya is hopeful for the future.

The actress opened up about her career-defining year for ELLE magazine’s latest cover story. And though she had many successes to speak on—including her Emmy Award–winning portrayal of Rue Bennett on HBO’s Euphoria and her highly anticipated upcoming film, Malcolm & Marie—she also got candid about how the United States’ divisive cultural and political climate affects her.