When I heard that Hillary's vice presidential candidate, Tim Kaine, was coming to the Daytona State campus, I was excited. Since I'm pursuing a major in political science, it is just smart to attend a campaign event that is near me. Many people were there because they are avid Hillary supporters. I, on the other hand, was there to gather information. I had not heard a lot of about Senator Tim Kaine before Hillary announced that he would be on her ticket.
Initially, I was really nervous because I was going to my first campaign event alone. Also, before crossing the street from Daytona State College to the Mori Hosseini College of Hospitality Management, a truck with huge flags that spelled "Trump" rode by campaigning for the Republican nominee, Donald Trump. Once in line to enter the event, it was nice listening to everyone's conversations about their thoughts and opinions on the upcoming elections. Despite how hot it was outside, everyone was very respectful.
Once inside the building, I went through security. When my search was finished, I walked towards the doors until I was stopped by a man who asked me if I was a serious Hillary supporter. I told him that I was just there to listen to what Tim Kaine had to say. Before I knew it, I was given a blue band escorted to an area where other young supporters were standing also with the blue band. We all introduced ourselves and shared the excitement that we all came to the campaign event to just listen and are now sitting on stage with a clear view of the senator.
When Tim Kaine came out to the stage to speak, everyone clapped loudly for him, showing him their support. Senator Kaine began with introducing himself, then jumped right into what he was there to discuss with everyone: jobs. Many know that jobs are quite hard to get in Florida and also hard to keep. He made sure everyone knew that the first 100 days that he and Hillary are in office that they will provide more jobs across the board. He also hit points on immigration reform, the Zika virus, Trump, improving small businesses, raising the minimum wage, adding more infrastructure and, ultimately, free community college for a student's first two years.
All in all, I enjoyed my time at Tim Kaine's campaign event. I made a few friends and new insight into who Tim Kaine is as a person and a candidate. I hope to go to many more campaign events near me. Also, make sure you are registered to vote!
