The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: Dr.Jill Stein & Dr.Butch Ware On Running As Green Party Candidates, Trump Vs Kamala, Israel Gaza War
Sep 12, 2024
Dr. Jill Stein, a prominent Green Party candidate known for her environmental advocacy, and Dr. Butch Ware, an advocate for social justice and economic reform, dive into pressing political issues. They discuss the importance of grassroots movements and critique the two-party system, advocating for ranked choice voting as a solution. The conversation also explores U.S. foreign policy's impact on Israel and Palestine, the need for greater representation of marginalized voices, and strategies for building coalitions to address systemic injustices.
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Vote Significance
- Jill Stein's 2016 recount efforts highlight the importance of every vote.
- Trump's victory margin was smaller than the votes Stein received in some states.
Muslim Vote Shift
- Polling data suggests Muslim voters are shifting away from Democrats due to Gaza.
- This shift may significantly impact swing states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Georgia.
Ballot Access
- The Green Party is actively petitioning for ballot access in several states.
- Write-in campaigns are possible in most states where they aren't on the ballot.