The eminent author, activist, and civil rights leader, Dr. Cornel West, has made a groundbreaking announcement: he is running for president in the 2024 election under the People’s Party. In a passionate video shared on Twitter, Dr. West vowed to reintroduce America to its core values, focusing on combating poverty, mass incarceration, ecological collapse, and the pursuit of truth and justice. With a commitment to guaranteeing housing, healthcare, education, and living wages for all, Dr. West aims to reshape the nation’s future.
Dr. Cornel West says his decision to enter the presidential race stems from an unwavering dedication to improving the lives of everyday people. His campaign aims to address pressing issues such as income inequality, access to quality education, and the protection of women’s rights.
“I come from a tradition where I care about you,” West said. “I care about the quality of your life, I care about whether you have access to a job with a living wage, decent housing, women having control over their bodies, health care for all, the escalation of the destruction of the planet, the destruction of American democracy.”
Cornel West’s Background In Academia
Drawing from his background as a former Professor of the Practice of Public Philosophy at Harvard and Princeton Universities, Dr. West says he believes in the power of democracy to create positive disruptions and uplift marginalized communities. Dr. Cornel West is recognized as one of the most popular black intellectuals in the country today.
If elected, the former Professor of the Practice of Public Philosophy at Harvard and Princeton Universities would become the second Black president in U.S. history, following in the footsteps of Barack Obama. Having authored influential works such as Race Matters, Democracy Matters, and Black Prophetic Fire, Dr. West brings a wealth of intellectual insight and critical analysis to his campaign.
Controversy Surrounding Praise of Ron DeSantis
Dr. West’s presidential bid has sparked controversy due to his recent appearance on a podcast known for promoting right-wing extremist conspiracy theories. Professor West has also faced criticism for praising Florida’s right-wing extremist governor, Ron DeSantis, whose policies clash with his platform. His entry into the race could siphon the black vote, which would damage President Biden in the 2024 presidential election. According to Pew Research, Biden’s victory was handed to him by Black voters who were overwhelmingly loyal to the Democratic Party, voting 92%-8% for Biden.
In a landscape of unconventional presidential campaigns, Dr. Cornel West’s bid for the presidency echoes the same surprise as rapper Kanye West’s previous announcement.