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Has he even explained why? I couldn't find anything.
Vanity and money is my best guess. It's hard to say. His campaign is being run by our old friend Peter Daou, who is a genuine true believer I think. He was all behind Clinton in 2016, but had a massive change of heart to become more progressive in recent years (hence why we started calling him Chairman Daou)
Maybe West thinks this is the best way to keep a progressive platform vocalized to the public absent a figure like Bernie Sanders. I don't think he's under any impression he'll actually win.
Daou is definitely a true believer, but what that belief is in seems pretty arbitrary
Mostly just himself from what I've heard.
Our Constitution provides for Independent candidates to gain ballot access in all states, and I have begun seeking ballot access as an Independent, unaffiliated with any political party.
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My Dear Brothers, Sisters, and Siblings,
We stand at a crossroads in our nation's history, where our corporate-funded system is unable and unwilling to solve the critical problems poor and working people face. I am in this race to challenge the hegemony of the two ruling parties, the never-ending dance between Republicans and Democrats that leaves millions of our friends and neighbors without housing, health care, decent jobs, clean air, clean water, nutritious food, and a healthy environment.
Our Constitution provides for Independent candidates to gain ballot access in all states, and I have begun seeking ballot access as an Independent, unaffiliated with any political party.
I nod in solidarity to the Green Party for their shared values and commitment to justice. But my quest for the presidency belongs to the people. I believe the best way to challenge the entrenched system is by focusing 100% on the people, not on the intricacies of internal party dynamics.
I need your help to build a movement that establishes a true democracy in which we secure the freedom to vote our conscience without being shamed, intimidated, or bullied.
Democrats and Republicans have failed us, perpetuating crises such as poverty, the climate emergency, endless war, and systemic racism, all for the personal gain of the rich and powerful.
Together, we can build a movement of independent thinkers, fearless truth-seekers, and unwavering champions of justice.
In the spirit of independence and unity,
Dr. Cornel West