United States Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein is considering three Palestinian rights advocates, including two Arab Americans, to be her running mate in the upcoming elections. The vice president announcement will be made during a livestream rally on Thursday. The candidates being considered are Abed Ayoub, Amer Zahr, and Jacqueline Luqman, all of whom have been vocal critics of Israel and the US’s support for the war on Gaza.
By having a Palestine advocate on the ticket, Stein’s campaign aims to tap into the dissatisfaction of voters with the mainstream Democratic Party’s stance on Israel. Even though her campaign is a long shot, it could influence the election results if she wins a significant share of the votes. Additionally, Stein’s candidacy could broaden the conversation around Gaza and amplify concerns with US policy.
The war on Gaza has become a decisive issue in the presidential race, leading to frustration among communities with Biden’s support for the conflict. Arab-American communities in places like Dearborn, Michigan, have shown willingness to break with Democrats over Gaza, impacting support for Biden in the state.
Stein’s campaign aims to challenge the monopoly of the two major parties on US politics and provide voters with a choice beyond the usual candidates. The candidates being considered for the running mate position view Stein’s bid as an opportunity to raise awareness, build support for third-party candidates, and challenge the status quo in American politics.
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