By Anntrell Sylvia-Brown
Photo Courtesy Jan. 2014
Students
from Atlanta Metropolitan State College are shocked and disappointed in the
prevention of violence and fights towards protesters that attend events at
Donald Trump rallies.
Thousands
of Trump supporters and protesters flocked to the event, at University of
Illinois, to witness the candidate’s position on dire issues, such as
Immigration. After going MIA (missing in action), chaos began to erupt and
started fights that continued long into the night within the venue. Trump
believes that although there is an abundance of violence that happens at these
locations, he believes that he unifies the community and those that are a part
of his events. The crowd that was packed into the venue begin to get rowdy once
word spread that the event was cancelled. Previous rallies have shown that this
is an everyday occurrence, even where the political candidate himself have
encouraged the abuse. He allegedly requested that his supporters attack all
protesters in exchange to pay for their fees.
“You
are running to become the President of our country but if you instigate and
spew hate from your mouth, how do manage to get in office then how will other
nations take you seriously?” said Brandon Emory, a sophomore mass
communications major at Atlanta Metro from Atlanta, Ga.
Many students at Atlanta Metro are terrified at the idea
of having a leader that would jeopardize the people’s well-being. The lack of political experience, like his
counterparts, make him least likely to run a society ethically and safely.
His
economic background also shows that he once had gambling problems which
resulted in him filing for bankruptcy. American people are wary of someone
incapable of handling his own finances.
“The
American government has no room to add to the deficit because of someone else’s
recklessness” said Brinquavious Crawford, a sophomore general studies major at
Atlanta Metro from Atlanta, Ga.
Supporters
of the candidate feel that the rallies give them a chance to express how they
feel. Some supporters say that he talks and speaks on issues that most people
would be afraid of talking about without offending people.
Trump
is a known for his businesses such as Trump Organization and popular television
shows such as The Apprentice. People feel that he is charming and leaves a
lasting impression with the general public.
“I
feel that some people are voting for him because he is a popular household name
and are some people are not looking at who he represents, Chicago is not one of
those places where you can waltz in with hatred and ignorance” said Jay Craft,
a sophomore mass communication major from Atlanta Metro from Chicago, Ill.
Originally,
these protesters were involved to spread their thoughts peacefully but some
people believe that is it useless.
The
environment was already made to be chaotic and rowdy. The only reason someone
has attended would be to start trouble or fight for what you believe in.
“When
you go out into an unsafe environment where you are unwanted then you should
notice the consequences that follow after” said Christopher Ruffin, card
services director at Atlanta Metro from Baton Rouge, La.
Others
believe that we have freedom of speech in our First Amendment. One should not
be hurt or attacked because of their words.
Others
believe that while it is your choice to speak out, it is also another person’s
choice to eliminate or kick out people who create problems.
“I
feel as someone who is trying to be a leader should be able to handle it
properly and come together to answer all questions.” said Jamaal Smoot, a
sophomore mass communication major at Atlanta Metro from Atlanta, Ga. “How will
you control the people not on your side if you can’t control the main advocates
of your philosophy?”
A
video appeared on the Internet when President Obama ran back in 2007. He did
everything he could to hear what the American people wanted and made it his
mission to answer and resolve any doubts.
Candidates
play an important role in politics and if applying for any position of the
land, there are a multitude of responsibilities.
“Do
what you believe in!” said Nancy Hernandez, nursing major at Atlanta Metro from
Mexico City, Mexico “He says these rude things because the public allows it and
what else will we allow him to do if we don’t speak up?”
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