The NPR Politics Podcast Who Funds 'No Labels' Push For More 2024 Choices? They Won't Say.
May 1, 2023
Join KJZZ reporter Ben Giles as he dives into the intriguing world of the No Labels group, which is stirring the pot ahead of the 2024 elections. With half the nation dissatisfied with Biden and Trump, No Labels is positioning itself as a third-party contender. Ben sheds light on their mysterious financing and the challenges they face in a two-party-dominated landscape, including worries about vote-splitting in key states. Discover the group's strategies and their potential to reshape American politics!
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Third-Party Challenges
- Running for president outside the two-party system is challenging due to decentralized election methods.
- Each state's unique rules for ballot access require significant resources and expertise.
No Labels' Funding
- No Labels' funding sources are undisclosed, making them a "dark money group."
- Their spending influences elections by potentially supporting a third-party candidate.
No Labels' Strategy
- No Labels' strategy relies on public dissatisfaction with major party nominees.
- Independents, a key target group, agree on very little policy-wise, making a unifying platform challenging.