'If you're not conservative, don't come here': The town making missiles for Trump
Summary
Kingsport, Tennessee, is a town with strong Christian values and strong support for President Donald Trump. The town’s economy relies heavily on the Holston Army Ammunition Plant, which makes explosives used in the U.S. war in Iran. Despite rising gas prices and low approval ratings for Trump nationally, most people in Kingsport support the war and the president’s policies.Key Facts
- Kingsport, Tennessee, has about 58,000 people and over 300 churches, showing strong Christian influence.
- The Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport produces explosives for Patriot missiles and other weapons used in the Iran conflict.
- The town voted overwhelmingly for President Trump in all his elections.
- President Trump’s national approval rating has dropped to 32%, partly due to the costly Iran war and rising living expenses.
- Many local residents support the war or believe it is necessary to prevent nuclear threats from Iran.
- Nearly 10% of the local population are military veterans, with many families connected to active duty members.
- Residents feel the war's distant nature limits personal loss, affecting their views on its impact.
- Kingport’s economy depends on the ammunition plant, which remains open regardless of war status.
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