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Anti-Trump Protesters Rally Outside Of Philadelphia Union League

By Mike Dougherty

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Donald Trump's speech at the Union league this morning caused a small commotion in Center City as hundreds lined Broad Street.

Most of them were anti-Trump protesters who were holding signs and shouting "Up with the people, down with Trump." They say Trump is dangerous and promotes intolerance.

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"Donald Trump is not welcome here in Philadelphia and that time of rhetoric and racism cannot be accepted."

Others say he's not qualified for the job he's seeking: "He has no political expertise, none. Nada. Zilch. Zero."

There were a few Trump supporters sprinkled in, and they say that's exactly why they're voting for him -- they believe he's the man to shake up the government.

"So Obamacare has been a disaster, an ultimate disaster and I think from that standpoint if Mr. Trump can come in and correct that problem I think I'm gong to advocate for him to be president because he's going to do something."

Only a few people caught a glimpse of the presidential candidate as his motorcade went down 15th and into the side entrance of the building -- that's where a small crowd booed and gave him a one finger salute.

Inside, Trump would be addressing national security issues, military preparedness and veterans' issues in front of invited guests only.

CBS 3's Natasha Brown contributed to this report.

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