A local nurse and local farmer were among those who spoke during the first night at the DNC.
By: KDKA-TV News Staff
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Western Pennsylvania was well represented during the inaugural night of the Democratic National Convention.
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Rick Telesz, a farmer from Lawrence County, spoke about how President Trump’s trade war with China and tariffs on soybeans are hurting his family farm.
READ MORE: Shaler And North Allegheny Girls Basketball Teams Take Stand Against Racism“The trade was was real stressful and really a devastating effect on the farm,” Telesz said.
“My biggest concern is if these trends continue with this type of leadership, I will be the last generation farming this farm,” Telesz also said.
MORE NEWS: 1 Dead After Shooting At Washington County Convenience StoreTelesz says he voted for President Trump in 2016, but will be voting for Biden in the upcoming election.
