Conservative Ground Zero
Lee Haywood
Last week, Brenda and I were very fortunate to be able to attend “Ground Zero for Conservatism”, otherwise known as the RNC Convention held in Milwaukee. This was my third one, although Charlotte doesn’t count. There was quite a difference between Cleveland and Milwaukee.
Eight years ago there was an actual contest between Donald Trump and Ted Cruz that had to be sorted out. I was a Cruz Delegate and at first was disappointed that he did not receive the nomination. But then he got up to speak and instead of endorsing Trump as expected he told everyone to “vote their conscience”. I still like him but will never support him for anything again. I wish he would be appointed to the US Supreme Court. I am happy Trump prevailed.
Anyway, In Cleveland there was a lot more intrigue and back and forth between delegates from both sides which, in my opinion, made for a more exciting event.
With that being said, this year’s convention was incredible. Everyone was unified towards our objective, especially after the assassination attempt from the week before and were elated that Trump survived and was able to attend. Indeed, the talk all week was of how it must have been divine providence that spared his life and how God had His hand on his shoulder in preparation for bigger things to come. Something I believe in with all my heart.
It was a great convention with an awesome line up of speakers. Not a dud among them. It will likely be my last one so I’m glad we went. As in Cleveland, the security was tight. Police were everywhere, including hundreds from North Carolina and everyone I saw took the time to thank them for being there. I wonder if they will receive the same welcome in Chicago?
Lee Haywood is a franchise owner for Winzer USA, an MRO supply company based in Plano, TX. He services industrial and government accounts across NC. Lee and his wife Brenda reside in Summerfield, NC and have been married for 39 years. He was born on the cusp of Scorpio and Sagittarius. He is partial to the color red and his lucky number is 3.
The King and us in Milwaukee