Diehard fans of Donald Trump convened at Trump Tower on Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue on Sunday, following his injury at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania the previous day. New Jersey’s Ryan Hart confessed to feeling both depressed and nauseous upon hearing about it. Hart opined that this incident could result in an increase in support and funds for Trump’s campaign, and pointed out that violent acts have no place in any sort of campaign. Jacqueline Price, hailing from Jersey City, expressed her anticipation for such an event, while maintaining that this might end up positively affecting Trump’s voter turnout.
Jersey City’s Rachel Castillo saw the event unfold live and described the surreal experience of watching it. She highlighted her initial shock and subsequent relief upon seeing Trump stand up after the incident, which she took as a reassuring sign. Castro commended Trump for his bravery, noting that he had the option to live a comfortable life with his family but chose to continue serving the people instead. She expressed her belief that this event would secure his win in the upcoming elections.
Marly Muldoon from Woodlawn, The Bronx shared her experience of her phone blowing up with messages and calls after the incident.
A supporter from Trump’s corner, a native of Bronx and a current resident, recalls the heavily protected Trump rally in Bronx. She is dismayed by events that transpired and admires Trump’s resilient spirit, seeing a touch of the ‘fighting Irish’. She is dismissive of any arguments to the contrary.
Meanwhile from New York’s Upper East Side, SK Kennard shares a disheartening perspective of the recurrent history of presidential assassinations and the overall violence in America. Shocked and saddened, SK believes in unity and mutual respect.
Anticipating a strengthening of Trump’s supporter-base, SK lends thought to the fact that America, unlike Ireland, has the second amendment — the right to bear arms, the essence of which is to prevent governmental tyranny. Emphasising that the Second Amendment exists not merely for personal protection, but as a counter to tyranny, SK hopes that it does not invite further strife. This supporter doesn’t support violence, but fears for what direction events may take.