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After South Carolina Loss, What Is Nikki Haley's Plan?

FiveThirtyEight Politics

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The Potential of a Nikki Haley Independent Run

Exploring the likelihood and challenges of Nikki Haley running as a third-party or independent candidate in the upcoming election, comparing her strengths and weaknesses against other potential options. The chapter also examines voter preferences towards incumbent candidates and the potential for a significant portion to reject both Biden and Trump, considering the appeal of a third-party candidate in such a scenario. Additionally, it analyzes the dynamics of third-party runs in American politics, drawing parallels to past candidates like Donald Trump and Ross Perot, while speculating on the type of candidate that could make a strong case for a successful third-party run.

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