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Ever wonder why these are our only two choice?
Why 3rd parties can't run without spoiling the election?
Consider watching a video on First Past the Post voting to find out why the spoilere effect exists.
They can and they are. People who don't vote third parties are voting for OPs picture; whether they think they're being smart by "playing the game" or not.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/23/cornel-west-focusing-gaza-has-harsh-critiques-opponents-former-allies/
No WAPO focuses on Cornel West who never intended to pose a serious challenge versus Jill Stein who is actually on the ballot.