Supporters brave long lines and high temperatures at Trump rally in Wilmington

The long line for Saturday’s Trump rally started forming long before the rally began. Photo by Carla Peay/The Atlanta VoiceWILMINGTON, NC – Linda Burnett may or may not be a Donald Trump supporter. She may or may not be a Kamala Harris supporter. What she is, however, is a successful traveling vendor who attends the rallies of both candidates and says that business is good. Especially for Trump.“It’s very profitable,” Burnett said. “Especially the Trump merchandise. I sell a lot more Trump items than Harris items. A lot more.” Burnett was wearing a ‘Women for Trump’ hat, but when asked if she supported the former president, Burnett was non-committal. A native of Oklahoma City, Burnett says she goes where the business is.Joe Smith (a pseudonym) is also a travelling vendor. He would not give his real name, but the Atlanta native did say he was a Trump supporter.“I like the Second Amendment,” Smith said. “I like money and a good economy, and from what I see, that predominantly happens when Republicans are in office.” Smith is from a military family and has what he calls “rainbow” family members, but says he likes the Trump/Vance ticket because of their conservative values.“I...