Kanye West’s Presidential Bid: A Publicity Stunt or a Strategy to Support Biden?

Kanye West's declaration to run for president has sparked a heated debate among political analysts. Many have argued that this move is purely for the sake of publicity, with no real strategic value for the actual election. However, some believe there might be a hidden

Purpose Behind the Bid

One theory suggests that West's campaign is fueled by his intentions to divert votes away from former president Donald Trump and channel them towards Joe Biden. Yet, the factual evidence points to a less glamorous reality.

Ego and Attention Over Strategy

Many experts believe that West is running for president as a manifestation of his self-importance and desire for media attention. Despite the Republican Party's support in some states, the limited success of his campaign so far indicates that this is not a well-thought-out political strategy.

Ballot Distribution and Support

As of now, Kanye West has been placed on the presidential ballot in only 5 states, with pending applications in 4 additional states. Notably, only one of these, Iowa, is a swing state, which means the impact on the election is minimal. Furthermore, as of August 22, there are still 11 other states where the deadline to file has not passed, but it is unlikely that West will secure a spot on these ballots.

Impact on the Election

There is some humor in the prospect that West's campaign could inadvertently benefit Donald Trump. If West were to take votes away from Biden in a swing state, he might cause Trump to win that state that he would have lost otherwise. Consequently, voters who cast a ballot for West in a swing state are effectively supporting Trump.

In states that are not swing states, West's campaign will have no significant impact on the election. Therefore, it appears that West's campaign is more about boosting his own ego than strategizing for a successful presidential run.

Political Motivations and Ballot Challenges

The Republicans have played a significant role in facilitating West's campaign, even at the expense of potential electors being deceived. This strategy is based on the misguided notion that African Americans will vote for a black candidate due to their race, regardless of the candidate's policies. This approach is insulting and laden with racism, undermining the principles of fair and equal representation.

Moreover, West has secured a place on the ballot in only one swing state. His current polling numbers suggest a lack of public support, and it remains unclear whether his limited backing comes from Trump-supporters or Biden-supporters. Given that West is a known supporter of Trump and there are no concrete plans for his candidacy, it is puzzling why anyone loyal to Biden would consider voting for him.

Additionally, West's campaign attempts in several other states have faced legal challenges and fraud allegations, with him being removed from more ballots than he has been added to.

No Qualifications for the Presidency

It is evident that Kanye West does not possess the qualifications required for a presidential candidate, and does not appear to be a serious contender. Therefore, the answer to the question is a definitive no, he is not running to hurt Biden's black vote totals or any other meaningful strategic purpose.

In conclusion, it appears that West is more focused on personal gratification and gaining publicity than on any substantive contribution to the political landscape. His limited success and the challenges he faces further support this view. His campaign, though generating media interest, is not likely to significantly impact the outcome of the presidential election.