US Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein is considering three Palestinian rights advocates as her running mate, including Abed Ayoub, Amer Zahr, and Jacqueline Luqman. This move aims to tap into disaffected voters unhappy with mainstream Democratic Party policies on Israel. The vice president announcement is set for Thursday during a livestream rally.
All three candidates have been vocal critics of Israel and US support for the war on Gaza. Stein’s campaign is considered a long-shot bid, but could potentially impact the election if she gains a significant share of the votes. Having a Palestinian advocate on the ticket may also force Vice President Kamala Harris to address growing frustration with US policy in the region.
The war on Gaza has become a decisive issue in the presidential race, with communities showing willingness to break with Democrats over the issue. While Harris has expressed unwavering commitment to Israel, Palestinian rights advocates are pushing against a potential frontrunner for her running mate, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who has made controversial statements about Palestinians in the past.
Stein’s candidacy, supported by Ayoub, Zahr, and Luqman, aims to challenge the monopoly of the two major parties and give voters a choice that reflects their values. The campaign seeks to build awareness and support for third-party candidates in the future, moving away from the traditional mindset that third parties are a wasted vote. By advocating for different voices in politics, they hope to bring about real change in the US political landscape.
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