Recently, various presidential candidates have traveled around New York; visiting potential voters in order to win them over before the primary elections. I was pleased to find out that Senator Bernie Sanders would be visiting Poughkeepsie, a town close to my college, on April 12. My roommate and I arrived at the rally four hours before the doors opened, which gave us plenty of time to see what was going on.
1. A man with hundreds of Bernie buttons on an umbrella.
They were sold for $2 each or three for $5. This guy was swarmed by Bernie supporters who wanted to add a little bit of extra dazzle to their outfits.
2. Young kids.
It can be assumed that these children were not completely informed or educated about the political system in our country. However, it was cute to see some youngsters getting excited about something.
3. The elderly.
Generally, older generations have a reputation of being conservative. I was pleasantly surprised to see them at the Bernie rally because his views are considered liberal.
4. College students.
5. A man adorned in red, white and blue with a large sign.
6. A man dressed as Bernie.
7. A girl who wanted to take Bernie to prom.
8. A makeshift band.
As the line continued to grow, these guys played a few tunes to keep everyone entertained.
9. Professors.
There were professors from New Paltz, Marist, Vassar and quite a few other schools.
10. A middle-aged woman who was way too open about her life.
Once we were allowed into the venue, we had to wait another three hours until Bernie started to speak. In that time, I heard about her divorce, her new boyfriend who cheated and her life as a young hippie in the '70s.
11. So much hope and joy.
You could feel the enthusiasm. Everyone was chanting "Bernie!" There were signs everywhere. Everyone was united because of this man who encouraged them to hold onto hope. He gave all of us "A Future to Believe In."
