Progressive activist Cornel West leaves the Green Party and will run for president as an independent
Associated PressNEW YORK — Progressive activist Cornel West said Thursday that he is no longer running for president under the Green Party banner. “I’m running as an Independent candidate for President of the United States to end the iron grip of the ruling class and ensure true democracy!” West wrote on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. “As Dr. West’s campaign for president grows, he believes the best way to challenge the entrenched system is by focusing 100% on the people, not on the intricacies of internal party dynamics,” West’s campaign said in a written statement. “Our Constitution provides for Independent candidates to gain ballot access in all states, and Dr. West has begun seeking ballot access as an Independent, unaffiliated with any political party.” In the statement, West’s campaign also acknowledged continuing to share the Green Party’s “values and commitment to justice.” “It is long past time to stop ping-ponging between Republicans and Democrats while millions of our friends and neighbors lack housing, health care, decent jobs, clean air, clean water, nutritious food, and a healthy environment,” the campaign said.
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