Clyde, North Carolina – As Ben Bergquam journeyed with his family on a poignant “Road to the Inauguration” tour, he stopped in towns left devastated by disasters and forgotten by the federal government. One stop in Clyde, North Carolina, brought the grim reality of abandonment into sharp focus.
“This was a mobile home park,” Bergquam narrated, standing amidst debris. “It was completely wiped out. Entire homes were washed down the river, lives lost, and yet, four months later, help is nowhere to be found.”
Bergquam described the destruction in vivid detail. Towering trees uprooted and mangled homes scattered across the area painted a picture of sheer catastrophe. “I’m standing below the waterline here. The devastation is breathtaking, and the lack of federal response is heartbreaking.”
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Residents recounted their struggles and shared frustrations. One woman, speaking off-camera, described how entire neighborhoods remain inaccessible, bodies unrecovered, and homes unmarked. “They say only four people died here, but we know that’s not true. So many are still missing,” she lamented.
Bergquam echoed their anger. “FEMA says four deaths, but anyone looking at this knows better. This isn’t just incompetence; it’s a slap in the face to the American people.”
Billions for Ukraine, Nothing for Clyde
Bergquam criticized the Biden administration’s priorities, pointing to billions sent to Ukraine and other foreign aid projects while Americans suffer. “It’s infuriating,” he said. “We’re spending money overseas, yet people here can’t rebuild their homes or find their loved ones.”
One resident’s words resonated with the frustration of many. “Why is this still like this? Why hasn’t this been cleaned up?” she asked, gesturing toward the rubble that once was her community.
“We Need Trump Back”
Despite the despair, Bergquam also found hope among the people he met. A woman eagerly shared her thoughts on the future. “I love Trump. I’m so excited for him to come back. We need someone who cares about us,” she said, her voice filled with emotion.
Bergquam emphasized this sentiment as a common thread in the towns he visited. “These aren’t isolated stories. Across America, people are saying the same thing: ‘We need Trump back to put America first.’”
A Call to Action
As he wrapped up his report, Bergquam issued a call for justice and accountability. “This is the America they don’t want you to see. These lives, these stories—they’re being erased,” he said. “We pay taxes, and this is what we get? Four months later, and people are still living in rubble.”
Bergquam vowed to continue shining a light on these forgotten communities. “This road to the inauguration isn’t just about Trump; it’s about telling the truth, showing the devastation, and holding our leaders accountable.”
Closing on a Patriotic Note
Standing next to a tattered American flag, Bergquam summed up his journey. “This flag represents hope, resilience, and a country worth fighting for. It’s time to demand better for these people. Stay tuned. This fight isn’t over.”
Bergquam’s powerful commentary has struck a chord, amplifying the voices of those left behind and reigniting hope that change is on the horizon.
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