Demonstrations both for and against Donald Trump continue nationwide in the aftermath of his stunning presidential win, including some in our area. In Easton, Pennsylvania Saturday, Trump supporters and protesters gathered in the downtown area to let their voices be heard.
The two groups stood opposite each other in the Easton Center Circle around noon. The dueling demonstrations were peaceful though members of both groups had plenty to say.
“I think people have to respect democracy even if you don’t agree with the result,” one Trump supporter said.
The pro-Trump group told NBC10 they believe the country should give Trump a chance and put an end to the massive protests that have been occurring across the country.
“I don’t think they represent the real democratic people by protesting and doing what they’re doing,” another Trump supporter said.
On the other side of the street however, hundreds of anti-Trump demonstrators denounced the president-elect.
“I have a handicapped child and when you disrespect them like that, that puts me in rage,” one protester said.
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Some of the protesters told NBC10 they now live in fear because of what a Trump presidency could mean.
“The Latinos, the African Americans, Muslim people and LGBT community now fear for their own basic human rights,” one woman said.
Easton Mayor Sal Panto said President-elect Trump needs to come out and heal the nation.
“President-elect Trump in the next two months really has to come out more publicly with what his issues are and how he wants to bridge the gap,” Mayor Panto said.
Right after Panto made that statement, two demonstrators, one from each side, ran into the middle of the street and embraced.
“People can be different and still be friends and get along,” one of the demonstrators said.
It was a moment that hinted towards a more unified future amid a week of divisiveness.
