Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein criticized the Democratic National Committee for posting and then deleting a job for a “Third Party Project Manager” to monitor third-party candidates, accusing them of trying to take them off the ballot. The job posting, which was no longer active as of Sunday, listed responsibilities such as gathering on-the-ground intel to assess the landscape of independent and third party candidates, reporting on ballot access progress, campaign activity, organizational strength, and grassroots enthusiasm, and identifying and activating in-state leaders and supporters for program priorities. Candidates like Stein, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Cornel West were to be monitored and campaign activity reported back to the DNC.
Stein announced her bid for the Green Party’s nomination for the 2024 presidential election last November, citing the broken political party system dominated by what she referred to as “the two parties of war and Wall Street.” Her 2016 presidential campaign was criticized by some Democrats who blamed her for diverting votes away from Hillary Clinton. In the 2016 election, Stein received 1.07% of the popular vote, and in 2012, she garnered 0.36% of the popular vote. Stein, a physician and climate change advocate, has been a vocal critic of the current political system and has worked to bring attention to issues such as environmental protection and social justice.
It is unclear why the DNC removed the job posting for a Third Party Project Manager and what their intentions were in monitoring independent and third-party candidates. Stein’s tweet criticizing the DNC for attempting to infiltrate their competition raises questions about the party’s tactics and motivations. The job listing appears to have been seeking someone to closely track third-party candidates and provide information on their campaign activities and progress, implying a level of surveillance and strategizing against these candidates.
Fox News Digital reached out to the DNC for comment on the job posting and Stein’s tweet but has not received a response. The controversy surrounding the job listing and Stein’s reaction highlights the tension between mainstream political parties and smaller, alternative parties like the Green Party. As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the issue of third-party candidates and their impact on the overall political landscape is likely to be a topic of discussion and debate. Stein’s criticism of the DNC’s actions underscores the challenges faced by third-party candidates in gaining visibility and support in a political system dominated by two major parties.
Stein’s history as a third-party candidate who has run for president in both 2012 and 2016 gives her a unique perspective on the challenges and obstacles faced by candidates outside of the two-party system. Her experience in the political arena and her advocacy for progressive causes have made her a prominent figure in the Green Party and the broader political landscape. Despite criticism from some Democrats for her past campaigns, Stein remains committed to challenging the status quo and advocating for issues such as climate change, social justice, and peace. The controversy surrounding the DNC’s job posting only serves to highlight the ongoing struggle for visibility and legitimacy faced by third-party candidates in the current political climate.
