In a unique twist on his campaign messaging, former President Donald Trump made a bold declaration during a rally in Greensboro, North Carolina, just days before the 2024 presidential election. Speaking to a packed crowd, Trump referred to himself as the “father of fertilization,” positioning himself as a champion of in vitro fertilization (IVF) access in response to Democratic assertions that he might oppose the treatment. He defended his stance, highlighting his belief in protecting IVF access, countering claims that some of his more conservative supporters view embryo destruction as akin to abortion.
Trump’s stance on IVF comes amid a series of passionate campaign rallies in swing states. His rally in Greensboro, which marked his third of the day, saw the former president cut his planned 30-minute speech short, only to be encouraged by his supporters to continue in his signature long-form style. “Fertilization—I’m like the father—I consider myself to be the father of fertilization,” Trump stated, reasserting his previous self-proclaimed title as the “father of IVF.”
A Vigorous Campaigning Schedule with Voters’ Support
On his last Saturday before the election, Trump embarked on a whirlwind tour with rallies in Gastonia, North Carolina, Salem, Virginia, and finally Greensboro, North Carolina. Addressing the crowd at Greensboro’s First Horizon Coliseum, he expressed his determination to secure a second term, fueled by the energy and enthusiasm of his supporters. “If I don’t win this thing after all this talk, I’m in trouble,” he joked, urging his supporters to ensure high voter turnout.
Despite maintaining an unbroken 62-day streak of campaigning without a single day off, Trump assured the crowd that his rigorous schedule was not an attempt to solicit donations. “I didn’t come here looking for your money. I don’t want your money. All I want you to do is get out and vote,” he said, emphasizing his commitment to the electoral process. Trump even entertained shortening his speech, but a chorus of boos quickly convinced him to continue, showcasing the loyalty and dedication of his supporters.
“Vote Like Your Lives Depend on It,” Trump Urges Voters
During his Greensboro rally, Trump also held an informal “cheer-based” poll among his supporters, asking who had already voted and who was planning to vote on Election Day. Expressing his solidarity with those voting on Tuesday, he announced, “I’m going to be voting on Tuesday, too.” He implored the crowd to vote “like their lives depend on it,” underscoring the stakes of the upcoming election and his concerns about a narrow victory margin.
Trump warned that even a significant lead could be threatened by last-minute developments, saying, “When you’re winning by a lot, you can still lose by a little.” This comment reflected his awareness of the close race and potential electoral obstacles that might arise in the final days leading up to November 5th.
Trump Attacks Media and Opponent Kamala Harris
Throughout the Greensboro event, Trump delivered familiar attacks on the media, referring to outlets critical of his campaign as “fake news.” He also turned his attention to his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, repeatedly branding her a “liar.” Trump’s rhetoric on both the media and his opponent has been a consistent theme in his rallies, reflecting his broader campaign strategy of positioning himself as a truth-teller in contrast to what he perceives as deceptive narratives from the media and political opponents.
Ending his day of rallies, Trump claimed his gatherings were “the biggest rallies in the history of any country,” emphasizing his confidence in his campaign’s success and the strength of his support base. As he continued his final push for voter turnout, the former president remained focused on galvanizing his supporters, confident that the energy at his rallies would translate to ballots cast in his favor on Election Day.
