cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/16569592

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    5 months ago

    RFK got something like 6 votes (Larry claims 10% of the convention). I’m guessing it was a joke nomination since RFK’s views largely don’t fit with libertarianism (though being anti-mandates in any form resonates).

    Any confusion wasn’t widespread, and probably have similar numbers as those who think Trump is somehow libertarian (and he was rightfully booed at the convention, except when he promised to free Ross Ulbricht and appoint a libertarian to his cabinet). Btw, Biden was invited, but didn’t attend.

    Chase Oliver is the LP presidential nominee, and I honestly think he’s a good fit. He’s:

    • anti-war
    • pro-lgbt (but not unfair, despite being gay himself)
    • pro-2a
    • focused on cutting the deficit
    • pro-recreational drugs

    I don’t think RFK. Jr is any of those things, though I haven’t looked too closely at his platform because I’ve largely written him off as a conspiracy nut.

    • jimmydoreisalefty@lemmy.worldOP
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      5 months ago

      Thanks for explaining and sharing your views!

      I agree about RFK Jr., he is not antiwar, he just acts like he is.

      That is why some circles on the left stopped supporting him, due to his foreign policy.