The Spoiler Threat of R.F.K. Jr.
The Daily
The Potential Impact of RFK Jr. in the 2020 Election
The presence of RFK Jr. in the upcoming election has both Democrats and Republicans concerned. He appeals to a cross-section of Americans who are disillusioned with politics and drawn to conspiracy theories. The Republicans already see him as a potential threat and fear his impact as a challenger. Democrats also fear him as a third-party candidate, knowing that the incumbent has more to lose in that scenario. While getting on the ballot in all 50 states is a challenge, even influencing votes in critical swing states could make him a spoiler. Both parties worry that he could sway the election results in his favor.
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