The Rise of No Labels: Third-Party Presidential Movement Gears Up for 2024 Election
Washington, D.C. — In a surprising move, the renowned third-party presidential movement, No Labels, is setting its sights on the upcoming November election without the involvement of high-profile candidates, according to insiders familiar with the matter.
Preparing for Presidential Campaign
Months of speculation will come to an end as No Labels delegates convene virtually on Friday to vote on whether to embark on a presidential campaign for this fall’s election. The delegates, numbering around 800, are expected to lean towards launching a campaign, as indicated by sources who wished to remain anonymous due to the sensitivity of internal deliberations.
The delegates will refrain from announcing their presidential and vice presidential picks during the meeting on Friday. Instead, a formal selection process will likely be unveiled next week, enabling the consideration and layered selection of potential candidates in the subsequent weeks.
An Opportunity for a Bipartisan Ticket
With Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican Donald Trump appearing poised for a November rematch of the 2020 election following the climax of Super Tuesday, No Labels sees an opportunity to offer a bipartisan alternative to Americans dissatisfied with both candidates. However, some Biden supporters are concerned that the group’s campaign could siphon votes away from the president in battleground states. Furthermore, criticism has been leveled against No Labels for its reluctance to disclose its donors and internal decision-making processes.
Ryan Clancy, No Labels’ senior strategist, refrained from confirming the intended plans for the upcoming meeting. In a brief statement, he remarked, “We expect our delegates to encourage the process to continue.”
A “Unity Ticket” in the Works
No Labels has been fervently exploring the formulation of a “unity ticket” designed to appeal to voters disappointed by the two major parties’ nominees. The strategy involves extending their ballot line to a bipartisan ticket, consisting of a presidential nominee from one major party and a vice presidential nominee from the other, provided a viable path to victory is discernible.
While No Labels’ officials have acknowledged their communication with potential candidates, the identities of these candidates have not been disclosed.
Candidates Stepping Back from No Labels
Nikki Haley, the former U.N. Ambassador, has clearly stated her disinterest in running as a presidential candidate affiliated with No Labels. In the wake of her decision, No Labels congratulated Haley for her campaign efforts and her focus on garnering support from the pragmatic electorate.
Another potential candidate, West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin, a moderate Democrat not seeking re-election this year, has also refused to step into the presidential race. Alternatively, former Republican Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, who was previously associated with No Labels, has set his sights on a U.S. Senate seat in the November election.
No Labels has amassed funds from undisclosed sources, including disillusioned former Republican donors during the Trump era. Additionally, the group has diligently worked to establish ballot access in all states.
