Cornel West Drops Out of Green Party, Will Run for President as Independent

by Patrick Wilson

October 5, 2023

Cornel West, the outspoken progressive scholar, announced on Thursday that he will not seek the Green Party’s nomination for president, running instead as an independent.

West, who has been a vocal critic of both major political parties, said that he believes the best way to challenge the “entrenched system” is to run outside of the two-party system.

“I’m running for president because I believe that we need a radical new vision for America,” West said in a statement. “I’m running for president because I believe that we need a political revolution.”

West’s decision to run as an independent is likely to be met with mixed reactions. Some progressives have praised West for his willingness to challenge the status quo, while others have expressed concerns that his candidacy could split the progressive vote and help re-elect President Joe Biden.

It is unclear how successful West will be in his independent bid for the presidency. Independents have historically faced long odds in presidential elections, and West will need to raise a significant amount of money and build a strong grassroots organization in order to be competitive.

However, West’s candidacy could have a significant impact on the 2024 presidential election, even if he is not ultimately successful in winning the presidency. West is a charismatic and well-known figure, and his candidacy could help to energize and activate progressive voters.

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