Staff Reports
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has officially been cleared to run as an independent candidate for president in New Jersey, much to the chagrin of the left, who clearly wish this political heavyweight would just fade away. The state’s Lt. Governor, Tahesha Way, announced the decision that allows Kennedy to join the ranks for the November ballot, rejecting an attempt by a Democratic legal eagle to sideline him. This news is a shining example of how a determined individual can push back against the Democrats’ frantic attempts to squash competition.
The ruling was rooted in New Jersey’s notorious “sore loser” law, which aims to keep primary contenders from popping back up as independents in the general election. This law has been met with skepticism by many, especially when opponents use it to play dirty. In this case, an administrative law judge was quick to dismiss the objections posed by an election attorney, who was clearly grasping at straws. Apparently, timing is everything in politics, and this challenge fell through the cracks like last week’s leftovers.
RFK Jr. can appear on New Jersey's ballot, state's top elections official says https://t.co/A1sMnIfSNw
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) August 8, 2024
The typical Democratic response would be to throw a tantrum and claim the system is rigged, but Kennedy’s team celebrated the ruling as a grand victory against a meritless complaint from the Democrats. After all, they can’t seem to handle competition; their strategy has been more about silencing dissent rather than engaging with it. So, it’s refreshing to see that a well-known opponent like Kennedy, with a mighty legacy and a dedicated following, won’t be silenced so easily.
Interestingly enough, this isn’t Kennedy’s first brush with a legal showdown. A similar challenge reared its head back in 2020, when some Democrats attempted to kick Kanye West off the ballot. That ended in a fizzle as well when the rapper withdrew his own candidacy. Some may argue that if it seems like Democrats can’t handle any competition, this trend of legal challenges might just cement Kennedy’s status as a true contender. After all, he’s already worrying strategists from both major parties who fear he could siphon votes away in key areas.
And just when one might think this saga is over, Kennedy is also facing scrutiny in New York regarding his residency claims. The ongoing court battle raises questions about where exactly he calls home, which is just another layer in this convoluted web of electoral drama. However, given the Democrats’ track record, it’s clear they’re resorting to all means necessary to maintain their grip on power—heaven forbid anyone actually challenge the status quo. In the end, Kennedy’s rise is a reminder that some individuals simply won’t back down, no matter how much opposition they face.
