Man on the Street at the Trump Rally
The South Shore Press Man on the Street waded into a sea of humanity as a crowd estimated at nearly 50,000 queued up to witness history as Donald Trump staged one of his epic rallies at the Nassau Coliseum. Here’s what his fans had to say.
“It’s amazing that the former president has come to New York. This is his home turf, and people love him not just here on Long Island but throughout the state. His rally in New York City in the Bronx was huge, and so was this one. He has a very good chance of winning the state as a Republican for the first time since Ronald Reagan.”—Mike Sapraicone, GOP candidate for U.S. Senate
“Together, we will make America powerful again, wealthy again, healthy again, strong again, proud again, safe again, free again, and great again.” Trump Impersonator
“I felt this was the only chance l would get to see him, so l left Western New York at midnight to be here. I know he will fix our border, cut inflation, and get us back on a path to prosperity.”—Stefanie Poyfair, Lockport, NY
“Donald Trump is exactly who New Yorkers need right now to save us from the high taxes, crime, inflation, and illegal immigration the Democrats have given us. It’s no wonder he can draw tens of thousands of people to a rally. He knows what our problems are here on Long Island, and he has the solutions.” Suffolk County Comptroller John Kennedy and Leslie Kennedy, county legislator.
“What other candidate can bring people from all over the country together like this? Kamala Harris can’t, and neither could Joe Biden. They left this country in a big mess with illegal immigrants all over the place, high inflation, and crime everywhere you go. Trump is the only person who can straighten things out.”— Ken Lane, Lancaster, Pa.
“We love the man who is trying to save our country. He’s a man of integrity who’s not in this for the money. He was willing to die for the people.”—Jeannine, Rockville Center
“President Trump stands up and tells people what’s on his mind. He’s got balls. We need him in world affairs and here at home to stand up to all of the RINOs and Democrats.”—Dawn Marie Wojtowicz, Shirley
“He’s the last man we can trust to protect this country. He already showed that he can handle the job. He gave us a good economy, low gas prices, and no inflation. Harris saying she inherited inflation from Donald Trump is complete BS.”—Trian Than, Orange County, CA.
“I’m here to listen to what he has to say, to educate myself. I want to bring this story back to Gen Z.”—Isabella Chocowski, Manhasset
“It’s great having the President here in New York. He’s helping us build a bigger base of voters that will benefit our state and federal candidates. He will definitely help us maintain the House by sending Republicans to Washington.”— Rob Astorino, Radio talk show host, former Westchester County Executive
“What an amazing turnout. The event was well organized and had a warm, loving crowd supporting Donald Trump. He will certainly Make America Great Again.”—Steve Flotterone, Suffolk County Legislator
“He will do what he says he’s going to do: secure the border, cut energy costs, end migrant crime, and stop the wars. I’d gladly argue his record against the vice president’s any time. This country just can’t afford four more years of Obama-Biden-Harris.”— Quentin Palifka, Rocky Point
“I’ve been a big Trump supporter since he first came down the escalator. He’s not a politician; he will run the country like a business. As soon as he starts drilling and we become energy independent, our economy will improve.”—Bella Vara, Bergen County, NJ
“We must support Donald Trump. He’s the only one who can fix this country. He did it during his first two years in office and will do it again if given the opportunity. We have a country to save.”—Karen Mandia, Somerset, NJ
“The rally was incredible; we’ve never seen anything like it. The energy was electrifying, and the people were really enthusiastic. President Trump didn’t disappoint. His presentation was amazing, and he is on the right side of all of the issues that matter to the people of Long Island.”—Mike and Ann Leonardi, Mastic Beach
“We can trust Donald Trump in foreign affairs; he won’t embarrass us on the world stage like Kamala Harris.”—Elena Pappas, Mineola
“I’m here to represent the Jewish perspective, and I can say President Trump is right there with us. The attack on Israel would never have happened under Trump, and Putin would never have invaded Ukraine. If Harris gets elected, we’ll probably have World War III.”—Ilona Diamond, Woodmere