The small town of Hanson, located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, is facing backlash after threatening to fine a resident $100-per-day over a “Trump 2024” message projected on the local water tower. In an official statement from the town administrator, Lisa Green, it was revealed that the town does not endorse any political candidates and is working on a cease and desist order to eliminate the message.
Despite the town’s attempts to block out the message with a floodlight, the persistent resident has found a clever way to continue projecting the pro-Trump message using a projector on top of a storage container in his backyard. The town’s efforts to remove the message will come at a significant cost to taxpayers, including attorney fees, overtime for Highway Department workers, and potentially having to rent or purchase stronger lighting equipment.
However, some residents of Hanson have expressed their support for the message, finding it amusing and creative. David Welch, a resident of Hanson, told Boston 25 News that he “loved” the message, while Dorran Prescott thought it was “certainly creative” and Virginia Costley saw no harm in free speech and advertising.
But not all residents are pleased with the message, with some stating they were “disgusted” by it. However, the town of Hanson made it clear that they respect the free speech rights of all residents and their right to express their political views. The issue at hand is not about politics, but about the use of town property and the appearance of the town endorsing a political candidate.
Trump 2024 logo being displayed on Hanson water tower https://t.co/AsRMmTqbQn
— Boston 25 News (@boston25) October 12, 2024
Despite the backlash from some residents, support for the pro-Trump message has been pouring in, with a GiveSendGo fundraiser already surpassing $2,000. This shows that there are many people who stand by this resident’s right to express their political views, even if it means going against the opinions of some in the community.
It is concerning that a small town is threatening to impose fines on a resident for exercising their freedom of speech and showing support for a political candidate. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of censorship and suppression of conservative voices in today’s society, where those who express their support for President Trump are met with aggression and hostility.
I'm here in Hanson where the Town has just turned on the generators and four giant spot lights to prevent you from seeing the Trump 2024 logo on the Hanson water tower. #mapoli #Trump #hansonwatertower pic.twitter.com/LhOeWr3xhX
— JohnFGately (@johnfgately) October 13, 2024
It is important for all Americans, regardless of their political beliefs, to respect each other’s right to free speech and expression. The residents of Hanson should be proud to have a neighbor who is passionate about their political beliefs and is not afraid to show it. Let us stand in solidarity with this resident and show support for President Trump, a true leader who continues to fight for the rights and freedoms of all Americans.
Love the creativeness of true patriots!
Everyone, who is MAGA, and lives close to a billboard, should do the same thing.
Maybe the guy should add “Not sponsored by the town of Hanson”, in small letters at the bottom.