Another one of the supporters who will join Barack backstage tonight is Trinace Johnson of Richmond, Virginia. Trinace is a single mother and disabled veteran who served overseas for the Iraq War. She currently works for the U.S. Army as a public affairs specialist.
She has voted since the age of 18, but this is the first time she has actively been involved with a political campaign. Trinace is inspired by Senator Obama's message of change and his plans to address all of the issues that she cares deeply about: veterans' support, education, stopping the war, tax breaks for the middle class, gas prices and health care.
Trinace became motivated to get involved when her neighborhood ran out of ballots in the primaries, and is determined to ensure access to voting in this election.
"I wish I could be there in Denver," she wrote to Backstage with Barack. "I would love to be a part of this historical event. [It's] so long overdue." Trinace is attending the convention with her sister.
The Virginian-Pilot covered Trinace several weeks ago when she was selected. You can read the article here.
The campaign also produced this video about Trinace. Take a moment to watch it - you'll hear Trinace talk about the issues she faces every day, and why she supports Barack.
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