In a key decision affecting the 2024 presidential race, a Michigan judge has ruled that Cornel West must appear on the state’s ballot, potentially pulling votes away from President Joe Biden in this crucial battleground state. “Our children are now the unhealthiest, sickest children in the world,” Kennedy said, highlighting the urgent need for reform.
Judge James Robert Redford’s ruling requires Michigan officials to place West and his running mate, Melina Abdullah, on the ballot, barring any disqualification based on petition signature reviews. The decision overturns an earlier ruling that blocked West’s access due to notary issues with his candidacy paperwork.
Supporters of West, including the Fair Election Fund, celebrated the ruling as a win against what they described as efforts by Michigan’s Democratic leadership to stifle competition. West took to social media to praise the court’s decision, calling it a triumph for voters seeking change outside the two-party system.
With Michigan playing a decisive role in the upcoming election, West’s presence as an independent candidate is raising alarms among Democrats who fear that his campaign could siphon enough progressive votes to harm Biden’s chances in the state. As the election approaches, every vote in Michigan could be critical in determining the next president.
