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Donald Trump speaks to his supporters at Dorton Arena on Monday in Raleigh N.C. He shocked the world on Tuesday with a victory over Hillary Clinton.
Local Blacks express their feelings about Donald Trump’s presidential win BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES
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Hillary Clinton delivers her concession speech on Wednesday from the New Yorker Hotel’s Grand Ballroom in New York City.
Real estate tycoon and reality TV star Donald Trump shocked the world when he was elected president of the United States on Tuesday. Trump defeated Democrat and Secretary of State Hilary Clinton in one of the biggest upset in history. Some political analyst had expected Clinton to win in a landside. Throughout his campaign, Trump has made comments not favorable to Muslims, immigrants, Latinos and Blacks. Black Daytonans reacted to Trump’s stunning victory with concern for their communities and the nation.
‘Trouble brewing’ “The country is in bad shape. I don’t think people thought this out and analyzed the situation before voting. Trump has indicated that he doesn’t like certain people. Whatever he does will affect everyone, despite ethnicity or background,” said Patricia Heard, a businesswoman and retired educator. “We chose a president who had no political accolades and no military background. I can’t understand why he didn’t submit his taxes in the past few years. People earning less than $8,000 a year have to submit taxes. There is trouble brewing. People need to be prayerful and watchful daily,’’ she added. A local supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement expressed concern. “Only in America. Considering he called Black Lives Matter a nogood terror organization I think there should be some concern,” said See ELECTION, Page 2
Henry siblings win city, state seats Judge Shirley Green among winners in local election BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES
While the nation is still recovering from the surprise election of Donald Trump for president of the United States, there were key local races that made history as well. The 2016 general election on Tuesday was another historic night for the Henry family. Two Henry siblings won their respective offices that night. Daytona Beach Zone 5 City Commissioner Patrick Henry has been elected to the Florida House of Representatives for District 26 while his sister, Dannette, will assume his seat.
Tallahassee bound Patrick Henry, a Democrat, de-
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feated Republican Mike Cantu, a local businessman. “I am happy about the results. It was a hard-fought election. We defied the odds. We had opposition but God was on our side and the people spoke,” Patrick Henry told the Daytona Times. Patrick Henry said he is ready for the challenges at the state level. “Tallahassee politics are different, but I’ve gone back and forward there over the last couple of years. I got an idea of how it works and what needs to be done. I’ll hit the ground running to represent District 26.”
‘Ready to serve’ Henry’s sister, Dannette Henry, an educator was elected to his Zone 5 seat, defeating Myke Tairu. “We are very excited. We are getting ready to serve community and unite the people of the
entire city,’’ she told the Times. Tairu, who works for an organization that helps convicted felons, congratulated his opponent and thanked his supporters. “I congratulate Ms. Henry on her victory. They ran a strong campaign. I look forward to working with her in the future. I am also thankful to my supporters and proud of my team for running a positive race with passion, integrity and excellence. The future is bright for Zone 5 and our city,’’ he said.
‘Proud moment’ The Henry brothers are proud of their little sister’s achievement. “It’s a moment of great euphoria for our family and appreciation to the community for confidence in her leadership and ability to move the community forward. I am excited about the See HENRY, Page 5
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Daytona Beach Mayor Derrick Henry celebrates with his sister, Dannette, and brother, Patrick, on their election wins Tuesday.
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