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Election results spark flag burning outside Federal Building
In protest of President-elect Donald Trump, an Asheville resident burned a flag in front of downtown Asheville’s federal building on Thursday, Nov. 1. Shell said his family made the flag eight years ago to celebrate the election of Barack Obama.
Letter writer: To vote for what you believe in, write in Jill Stein
” If you want to vote for more war and the continued dominance by the wealthy and corporate sectors, you should vote for Clinton or Trump. “
Letter writer: Why are we surprised by Trump?
“It seems that any patriotic American, although they may be disappointed at election results, has a duty for the greater good of our country to accept the will of the people as demonstrated by a fair Democratic voting process.”
Letter writer: Be part of the swarm to take back North Carolina
“It is vital you turn out to vote also for your state and local candidates this election and be part of the swarm of mosquitos that can take back our state of North Carolina and repeal HB2, which has done irreparable economic and social harm to our state.”
Letter writer: What did adults teach at Trump rally?
“It hurt my heart to be in this atmosphere. I don’t ever want to be afraid to learn about someone else’s perspective.”
The orange appeal
Letter writer: Trump rally shows we need to build Beloved Community
“We can’t fight negativity with an angrier, shriller negativity.”
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In Photos: Donald Trump rally, protest
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made a campaign stop in Asheville on Monday, Sept. 12. Xpress captured the scene inside the rally and outside the U.S. Cellular Center. For more on voices from the rally check out Xpress‘ previous coverage.
Trump Train rolls into town; brings merchants, differing opinions
Donald Trump’s campaign stop in Asheville brought along an assorted mix of people. Xpress wandered the crowds and spoke with merchants, supporters and others about what brought them to Asheville for the rally.
UPDATED: Trump speaks to full house, protesters fill streets
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will be in town Monday, Sept. 12, to hold a rally. Large crowds, along with potential protests, are expected throughout the day. The event is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. and Trump’s website shows tickets to the rally are no longer available. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton made a […]
Letter writer: Let’s cool our political jets
“We are not allowed to call even one person naïve or ill-informed, cowardly, immoral, etc., ad nauseam, ad infinitum. Be it face to face, cyberspace or phone-banking wankering.”
Party crashers: The fight for the right to N.C. ballot access
In an election year that has many people looking for more choices, come November three presidential candidates will be on North Carolina’s ballot. Xpress looks at what it takes to gain ballot access in the Tar Heel State.
Letter writer: Who benefits from greater voter participation?
“Which begs the question: In making it less cumbersome to register to vote, who will benefit?”
Letter writer: If Hillary sinks, then what?
“Obama will develop a significant case of heartburn realizing that his legacy is about go down the tube with a suddenly weakened candidate unable to deliver Obama’s de facto third term.”
Letter writer: Why are you all so worried about Trump?!
I’m 67, a retired professional, fairly intelligent and haven’t voted for years. I think all the hyperbolic fear about Trump is laughable. From my long range perspective ALL politicians have lied, do lie and will lie to get in office. The presidency is a four year job for someone to sit in the ‘hub’ seat […]