Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has successfully secured a spot on Vermont's presidential ballot for the upcoming election in November. This achievement was confirmed by the state's director of elections, Sean Sheehan, who verified that Kennedy's campaign had submitted 2,000 signatures to the Vermont elections office. The submission exceeded the required 1,000 signatures needed for ballot access in the state.
With Vermont now added to the list, Kennedy has qualified for the ballot in a total of 14 states. These states include Michigan, North Carolina, Colorado, New Mexico, Tennessee, Minnesota, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Delaware, California, Nebraska, Hawaii, and Utah. This widespread ballot access demonstrates Kennedy's commitment to running a competitive campaign across various regions of the country.
As a result of his successful ballot access efforts, Kennedy is now eligible to receive 158 electoral college votes. This significant number positions him as a viable candidate in the upcoming presidential election, with the potential to garner support from a diverse range of voters.
With his presence on the ballot in multiple states, Kennedy's campaign is poised to make a meaningful impact on the electoral landscape. Voters in Vermont and other qualifying states will have the opportunity to consider Kennedy's platform and vision for the country as they make their decisions in the upcoming election.
