A Colorado mother, Sarah, recently shared her unsettling experience at a Donald Trump rally with her 7-year-old daughter, Lily, who has disabilities. The encounter left both feeling shaken after being heckled for leaving early and subsequently escorted out by Secret Service.
Sarah, an undecided voter, attended the rally with Lily to gauge the atmosphere, particularly for individuals with disabilities. Lily, born with multiple birth defects, faces significant health challenges, including a missing jawbone and fully developed ears. She relies on a feeding tube for nutrition and has undergone numerous surgeries, with more anticipated in the future. As a devoted mother, Sarah is keen on understanding how future political choices may impact her daughter’s life.
Initially sitting among other attendees with disabilities, Sarah decided to exit after about 20 minutes. As they attempted to leave, a Trump supporter questioned her decision. “Why are you leaving?” the supporter asked, which prompted Sarah’s defensive response: “Why are you here? He makes fun of people like you.” A fair comeback, considering the supporter’s audacity to pry into her personal choices.
Things escalated quickly as a woman began to follow them, shouting that if Sarah truly loved her daughter, she would vote for Trump. This comment referenced a previous incident where Trump mockingly imitated a reporter with a congenital condition, showcasing the negative culture often associated with his campaign. Sarah described her feelings about the rally atmosphere as sad and nauseating, leading her and Lily to be escorted out for their safety.
Reflecting on this harrowing experience, Sarah expressed her commitment to advocating for Lily, stating, “Lily is my life, my heart. I exist to support her.”
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In summary, a mother and her daughter faced harassment at a political rally, highlighting the challenges many families with disabilities encounter. Despite the emotional toll of the incident, Sarah remains dedicated to advocating for her daughter’s well-being.