BURLINGTON - While Donald Trump’s supporters create a record number of voters, it could potentially cause a split in the Republican party, leaving the party in turmoil. In an attempt to limit this split, the Alamance Republican Party Convention, hosted by chairman Ben York, took place Saturday at 10 a.m., at Smith Elementary School. The purpose of the convention was to elect delegates to the state convention and to secure the votes of Alamance County. In light of recent debates, many foresee a potential split in the Republican party. While Trump’s supporters amplify the support behind the Republican party, many believe those voters will turn away if he does not win the primaries, leaving the majority of the votes in the Democratic party.
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This was true with the exception of two speakers: Carmen Maddrey and Larry Holmquist. Maddrey stuck out like a sore thumb among the sea of gray suits, as was covered head to toe in shiny buttons and countless stickers on top of her campaign shirt, all loudly supporting the same candidate: Ted Cruz. The crowd, mostly men, dressed in crisp, gray suits loudly supported their second amendment rights and quietly whispered amongst each other as she took the podium. Surrounded by billboard sized campaign signs and a quiet crowd, Maddrey dictates why Ted Cruz is the only option for president as he holds the Bible in one hand and the Constitution in the other. “Cruz is a constitutional expert with an amazing resume and didactic memory, he’s never lost a debate since high school,” she says. “Did you know he was on his high school debate team?” Maddrey’s speech was the first to drown out the monotony of the oscillating fans in the corners of the room. Among the hot, stuffy air and the subtle roar of side conversations, the monotonous speeches continue. Various candidates and representatives defend their opinions; among them, a young, passionate Myra
This was true with the exception of two speakers: Carmen Maddrey and Larry Holmquist. Maddrey stuck out like a sore thumb among the sea of gray suits, as was covered head to toe in shiny buttons and countless stickers on top of her campaign shirt, all loudly supporting the same candidate: Ted Cruz. The crowd, mostly men, dressed in crisp, gray suits loudly supported their second amendment rights and quietly whispered amongst each other as she took the podium. Surrounded by billboard sized campaign signs and a quiet crowd, Maddrey dictates why Ted Cruz is the only option for president as he holds the Bible in one hand and the Constitution in the other. “Cruz is a constitutional expert with an amazing resume and didactic memory, he’s never lost a debate since high school,” she says. “Did you know he was on his high school debate team?” Maddrey’s speech was the first to drown out the monotony of the oscillating fans in the corners of the room. Among the hot, stuffy air and the subtle roar of side conversations, the monotonous speeches continue. Various candidates and representatives defend their opinions; among them, a young, passionate Myra