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The irony with leftist tolerance How opinions of the majority are stifled in public debate

By: Kevin Mulcrone Donald Trump recently cancelled a campaign event that was to be held at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The event was deemed unsafe as a result of protesters and supporters clashing inside the venue before the rally began. This is the first time “The Donald” had to completely cancel one of his events, but it’s consistent with an ongoing trend of protesters on “the left” interrupting the Republican candidate’s rallies. Now I want to be clear because I know some people will interpret this article the wrong way: I am not here to defend Donald Trump … Continue reading The irony with leftist tolerance How opinions of the majority are stifled in public debate

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Violence escalates at rally

By: Regina Wright ~Staff Writer~ Due to security concerns, Donald Trump’s campaign postponed a rally in Chicago at the University of Illinois at Chicago on March 11. Fights between Trump supporters and demonstrators, protests inside and outside the arena and concerns about heightened violence caused Trump’s campaign to postpone the rally. “Mr. Trump just arrived in Chicago and, after meeting with law enforcement, has determined that for the safety of all of the tens of thousands of people that have gathered in and around the arena, tonight’s rally will be postponed to another date,” the Trump campaign said in a statement. … Continue reading Violence escalates at rally