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politics1 year ago

Libertarians Nominate Chase Oliver, Snub Trump and RFK Jr.

The Libertarian Party has nominated Chase Oliver, a former Georgia Senate candidate, as their 2024 presidential nominee after a lengthy voting process. Oliver, the first millennial to secure a significant third-party nomination, fended off attempts by Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to gain the party's endorsement. Oliver aims to campaign in all 50 states and attract younger voters, distinguishing himself from both major parties on various issues.

politics1 year ago

Libertarians Nominate Chase Oliver for President

The Libertarian Party has chosen Chase Oliver as their 2024 presidential candidate, rejecting Donald Trump and Robert F Kennedy. Oliver, a first-time presidential candidate, won after seven rounds of voting at the party's convention in Washington. Trump, who did not file paperwork to be considered, was booed during his speech, while Kennedy lost in the first round. Oliver aims to win 2% of the vote with a platform focused on decriminalizing abortion, limiting foreign wars, and cutting federal budgets.

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Libertarians Nominate Chase Oliver, Reject Trump and RFK Jr.

The US Libertarian Party has nominated Chase Oliver as its presidential candidate, rejecting overtures from Donald Trump and Robert F Kennedy Jr. Oliver, who describes himself as "armed and gay," was chosen after seven rounds of voting at the party's convention in Washington DC. He criticized Trump, Kennedy, and President Joe Biden, and called for a ceasefire in Israel's war with Hamas. The party, which promotes individual freedom and small government, expects to be on the ballot in at least 37 states.

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Libertarians Nominate Chase Oliver, Trump Rejected

The Libertarian Party has nominated Chase Oliver as their 2024 presidential candidate, with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Donald Trump failing to qualify. Oliver aims to disrupt the two-party system and secure at least 2% of the national vote. He advocates for expanded work visas, easier citizenship pathways, and the decriminalization of abortion. Both Kennedy and Trump faced significant setbacks at the party's convention in Washington, DC.

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"Libertarians Nominate Chase Oliver for President"

The Libertarian Party has nominated Chase Oliver, an antiwar activist, as their presidential candidate, rejecting former President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Oliver, who supports a ceasefire in Gaza and ending US military support for Ukraine and Israel, received about 60% of the vote from Libertarian delegates. His nomination is drawing attention due to the tight race between Trump and President Joe Biden. Oliver's campaign focuses on major federal budget cuts, abolishing the death penalty, and closing overseas military bases.

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Trump Faces Boos, Claims He'd Win Libertarian Nomination

Donald Trump faced boos at the Libertarian National Convention after suggesting the party should nominate him for president. Despite the negative reaction, Trump claimed on Truth Social that his appearance was a success and that he could have won the nomination if he had wanted it. Libertarian Party Chair Angela McArdle clarified that Trump did not qualify for the nomination as he failed to submit the necessary paperwork. Trump also criticized his independent rival Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and continued to assert his popularity among Libertarian voters.

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Chase Oliver Secures Libertarian Presidential Nomination Over RFK Jr.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. failed to secure the Libertarian Party’s presidential nomination, receiving only 2.07% of the vote. Despite his loss, he urged Libertarians to support him in the general election. Donald Trump, who briefly sought the nomination, was disqualified for not submitting paperwork and criticized RFK Jr. in a social media post.

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Chase Oliver Secures Libertarian Presidential Nomination

Chase Oliver, a candidate in the 2022 Georgia Senate election, has been nominated as the Libertarian Party's presidential candidate after a contentious voting process. Oliver, supported by the Classic Liberal Caucus, won with 60% of the vote against "none of the above" after seven rounds of voting. His victory speech emphasized unifying the party and offering an alternative to the major party candidates. The nomination process also saw participation from independent candidates like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and a write-in for Trump, both of whom were eliminated early.

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Chase Oliver Wins Libertarian Presidential Nomination, Trump and RFK Jr. Overlooked

The Libertarian Party has nominated activist Chase Oliver for president, rejecting both Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. despite their appearances at the party's convention. Oliver, an advocate for small government and individual freedoms, aims to unify the party and move forward for liberty. The decision gains attention amid a tight rematch between Trump and President Joe Biden.

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Libertarians Choose Chase Oliver Over Trump and RFK Jr.

The Libertarian Party has chosen Chase Oliver, a former Democrat and openly gay candidate, as its presidential nominee, bypassing both Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Oliver, who previously ran for a Senate seat in Georgia, aims to unify and expand the party's reach across the U.S. The party, known for its emphasis on individual liberties and limited government, held a national convention in Washington where Oliver emerged victorious after a day of elimination voting.

politics1 year ago

Libertarians Nominate Chase Oliver, Reject Trump and RFK Jr

The Libertarian Party has nominated Chase Oliver for president, rejecting both Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. despite their appearances at the party's convention. Oliver, an activist from Atlanta, aims to unify the party and promote liberty, focusing on significant federal budget cuts, abolishing the death penalty, and ending overseas military support. The decision gains attention amid the tight rematch between Trump and President Joe Biden.

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Trump Faces Backlash at Libertarian Convention, Urges Nomination

Donald Trump claimed he would have secured the Libertarian Party nomination if he had not been disqualified for failing to file the correct paperwork. Despite his assertions of crowd enthusiasm, Trump was met with boos and heckling at the Libertarian National Convention. He also criticized independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for not being a true Libertarian. Ultimately, Trump received only six delegate votes, far from the majority he claimed to be close to winning.

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Trump Claims He'd Win Libertarian Nomination Amid Convention Boos

Former President Donald Trump claimed he would have secured the Libertarian Party nomination if he had pursued it, despite being the presumptive GOP nominee. Trump criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who received but did not win a nomination at the Libertarian convention. Kennedy responded by accusing Trump of exacerbating economic inequities. The Libertarian Party ultimately nominated Chase Oliver after multiple voting rounds.

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Trump Faces Boos, Claims He'd Win Libertarian Nomination

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was eliminated in the first round of the Libertarian Party’s presidential nomination vote, receiving only 2 percent of the vote. Despite addressing the convention and criticizing former President Trump, Kennedy did not secure significant support. Trump also fared poorly, garnering only two write-in votes. Kennedy remains a notable figure among centrists and could potentially act as a spoiler in the upcoming election.