Poll Shows Strong Support for RFK Jr. and Third-Party Candidates in Presidential Debates

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In a significant indication of voter sentiment, a recent Harvard CAPS/Harris poll reveals that a substantial majority of Americans are in favor of including third-party and independent candidates in presidential debates. As the 2024 presidential race heats up, with President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump gearing up for a potential rematch, 71% of voters expressed a desire to see additional candidates, such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr., join the debate stage.

 

The poll's findings underscore a strong public demand for more inclusive debates that extend beyond the traditional two-party framework. Specifically, 79% of voters want Biden and Trump to participate in debates, while 71% believe these debates should include candidates from outside the major parties, provided they meet a viable threshold. Mark Penn, co-director of the Harvard CAPS-Harris Poll, noted, “Americans always want to hear it all and test their candidates. Voters want to see debates and would welcome Kennedy to the debate as well.”

 

After a period of uncertainty regarding debate participation, Biden and Trump have agreed to two presidential debates scheduled for June on CNN and September on ABC. Despite this agreement, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the arrangement, accusing Biden and Trump of “colluding to lock America into a head-to-head match-up.” This criticism highlights the ongoing debate about the inclusivity and fairness of the debate process.

 

Traditional Debate Format vs. New Arrangements

The poll also indicates that 73% of voters prefer the traditional format of three presidential debates and one vice-presidential debate, historically organized by the Commission on Presidential Debates. However, Biden's campaign has recently announced plans to coordinate directly with news outlets for two summer debates with Trump, bypassing the commission's schedule, which had intended to start with a debate in September followed by two in October. This move raises questions about the future role and influence of the commission.

 

Voter Opinions on Debate Rules and Structure

The survey highlights varying opinions on debate structure and rules. Nearly two-thirds of respondents (64%) believe that debates provide valuable information to voters, while 37% are skeptical of their informational value. Additionally, there is a notable preference for stricter debate management: 54% of voters support the use of automatic microphone cut-offs when a speaker's time expires, a rule implemented during the 2020 debates to manage interruptions and ensure orderly discussions.

 

Decision Making Among Voters

Interestingly, seven in ten voters indicated that they have already made up their minds about their 2024 vote. However, half of the independent voters remain undecided, signaling that the inclusion of third-party candidates in the debates could significantly influence this crucial voter segment. The undecided stance of many independents suggests that they are seeking more comprehensive discussions that include a wider range of perspectives before making their final decision.

 

The Harvard CAPS/Harris poll, conducted from May 15-16 among 1,660 registered voters with a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points, highlights a strong desire among the electorate for more inclusive and informative presidential debates. As the 2024 election approaches, the inclusion of third-party and independent candidates like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could play a pivotal role in shaping voter opinions and the overall dynamics of the race. The push for broader debate participation reflects a growing public sentiment for a more comprehensive and representative democratic process.

 

Credit: The Hill 2024-05-22

 

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[riclag]

Trump still ahead in a 3 way according to the poll.

But Democracy  is at a dark moment!

biden a pro democracy ranter refuses to recognize Jr. participating in the debate.

Trump wants him in the debate.

Presidency in peril! 

 

https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-says-doesnt-mind-rfk-120837778.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIYLyL135-6DWvh3giVeIJ0G_XQvf1ExD6RrlfREAgsjeNyom-DKw_CjToLguciM5VZCbSJb02RB1r86CalkSKWEyVlOei_UOB6CqJEFwQVOx4nVVfVMT07J5xybxaaKvy5hwczb2Xg7VnmfoakRVFtLwWNMiaqRZGD0DN5VDL1G

Edited May 21 by riclag

[Cryingdick]

RFK should be allowed to debate. Only individual candidates benefit from not allowing him to do so. If you aren't partisan you want all parties invlolved. But we aren't even having a real election at this point the president is seemingly being installed by these tactics.

[riclag]

biden’s & dems worse nightmare ,the Kennedy name and his access to being on the ballot in battle ground states.

 

RFK Jr.'s 'clever move' to help earn ballot access nationwide: Allying with little-known parties

https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/rfk-jrs-clever-move-earn-ballot-access-nationwide/story?id=109872197

 

 

[Hummin]

Oh, my, what can possible go wrong with RFK, Usa is in a deep black bull pie hole with those three (trump and biden) on top of the list. 

 

 

[Danderman123]

Is there anyone here who doesn't know that Third party presidential candidates collapse in the polls during the last 30 days of the campaign?

 

They don't have the organization to get out the vote, they can't organize early voting, they don't have the money for ads, and the people who say they are going to vote for them in polls are responding to name recognition, but the major party candidates are in the news so much, they have higher name recognition by the end of the campaign.

 

Speaking of name recognition, my feeling is that Barack Hussein Obama won in 2008, partially because some low information voters confused him with Saddam Hussein or Osama Bin Ladin, and were lodging a protest vote.

Edited May 22 by Danderman123

[riclag]

Jr promises free-b’s to minority farmers! 5 billion in reparations.

One good thing ,At least they’re citizens . 

 

https://www.msn.com/en-my/news/other/rfk-jr-vows-to-give-black-farmers-5billion-in-reparations-if-he-wins/ss-BB1mM7la

[riclag]

On 5/23/2024 at 3:22 AM, riclag said:

Jr promises free-b’s to minority farmers! 5 billion in reparations.

One good thing ,At least they’re citizens . 

 

https://www.msn.com/en-my/news/other/rfk-jr-vows-to-give-black-farmers-5billion-in-reparations-if-he-wins/ss-BB1mM7la

The difference between biden (illegal migrants) vs Kennedy ( American citizens).

Free stuff

[Danderman123]

7 hours ago, riclag said:

The difference between biden (illegal migrants) vs Kennedy ( American citizens).

Free stuff

I encourage you to vote for RFK Jr.

[Danderman123]

RFK Jr. Hits Trump’s Covid Response in Bid for Libertarian Vote

 

“Trump presided over the greatest restriction of individual liberties this country has ever known. He did not stand up for the Constitution when it really mattered,” Kennedy said Friday at the Libertarian National Committee’s convention in Washington.

[John Drake]

RFKjr will demolish the madman and the brain dead one.

[John Drake]

I'm Joe Message and I approved this Biden.