Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. achieved a significant milestone on Super Tuesday by gathering enough signatures to qualify for the general election ballot in Nevada. Although the signatures await verification by the state’s election office, this accomplishment showcases the campaign’s organizational prowess in the Silver State.
Nevada’s Crucial Role
In 2020, Joe Biden narrowly defeated Donald Trump in Nevada by fewer than 40,000 votes. With expectations of a rematch in November and a palpable decline in enthusiasm for major party candidates, even marginal support for Kennedy could complicate the path to securing the state’s six electoral college votes.
Kennedy’s Vision for America
In a press release, Kennedy expressed optimism about the next phase of the campaign, stating, “Today marks the end of the primary and the beginning of the general election. Nearly 70 percent of Americans don’t want a Trump/Biden rematch from 2020. They want to vote for someone who represents hope and healing. For someone with an inspiring vision for America.”
Broadening Ballot Access
Kennedy has already officially qualified for the ballot in Utah, and his campaign reports the completion of petitioning efforts in Hawaii and New Hampshire. American Values 2024, a super PAC aligned with Kennedy’s candidacy, has pledged $15 million to support his ballot access initiatives.
Multi-State Strategy
American Values asserts that it has submitted sufficient signatures for Kennedy’s inclusion on the Arizona, Georgia, and South Carolina ballots, as detailed on its website. The strategic approach to securing ballot access in multiple states underscores the campaign’s commitment to offering voters an alternative to the major party contenders.
As Kennedy’s candidacy gains momentum, the next steps involve the official verification of signatures and the anticipation of a dynamic 2024 election where an independent candidate seeks to capture the attention and support of a significant portion of the American electorate.
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