Democrat Dean Phillips has suspended his campaign, leaving Donald Trump and Joe Biden as the last two major party presidential candidates. However, the possibility of a third-party candidate entering the race is being considered by the group No Labels. On Friday, the group will host a meeting with 800 delegates to determine the viability of a third-party bid in the upcoming general election.
No Labels has indicated that the potential ticket could include a Republican for president and a Democrat for vice president. While specific names of candidates have not been disclosed, the group is looking for individuals who align with their brand of politics, which focuses on representing the common sense majority and embracing key elements of their Common Sense agenda.
Despite prominent figures like Joe Manchin, Larry Hogan, and Nikki Haley ruling out working with No Labels, the group remains confident in the candidates they are considering. They emphasize the importance of selecting candidates with a realistic chance of winning the White House, rather than pursuing a protest campaign.
Concerns have been raised about the impact of a third-party candidate on the electoral college votes and the potential for chaos if neither Trump nor Biden secure enough votes to reach 270. No Labels dismisses these concerns as scare tactics and asserts that their goal is to provide voters with an alternative choice.
The secrecy surrounding the 800 delegates is attributed to efforts by partisan operatives to undermine No Labels' initiative. The group faces opposition from those seeking to protect the dominance of the two-party system. No Labels defends its non-profit status and emphasizes its commitment to offering voters a choice beyond the traditional party lines.
On Friday, the delegates will make a definitive decision on whether to proceed with putting up a candidate, marking a crucial moment in the potential entry of a third-party contender into the presidential race.
