Dr. Cornel West Is Running For President Of The United States

In a Twitter video posted on Monday, Cornel West, the renowned 70-year-old activist and public intellectual, declared his candidacy for the 2024 presidential election as a representative of the People's Party. West expressed his unwavering commitment to truth and justice as his motivation for entering the race. Belonging to a legacy that values compassion, West emphasized his genuine concern for individuals. His priorities lie in ensuring a high standard of living, including access to well-paying jobs, adequate housing, women's autonomy over their bodies, and comprehensive healthcare for all. “I come from a tradition where I care about you,” West said. “I care about the quality of your life, I care about whether you have access to a job with a living wage, decent housing, women having control over their bodies, healthcare for all.”