Wisconsin’s Supreme Court has ruled in favor of keeping Green Party candidate Jill Stein on the ballot, a decision that could have serious consequences for Kamala Harris’ campaign.
Democrats fear that Stein’s candidacy could split the liberal vote, drawing progressives away from Harris and giving President Donald Trump an advantage in this swing state.
Stein’s candidacy has a track record of impacting close elections. In 2016, her vote total in Wisconsin exceeded Trump’s margin of victory, raising concerns that history could repeat itself.
Her platform, focused on issues like climate change and social justice, appeals to voters who may see Harris as too centrist, creating a potential opening for Trump.
The court rejected a Democratic-led petition that claimed the Green Party was not eligible for the ballot. Stein responded by accusing Democrats of trying to suppress voter choice, framing the ruling as a victory for democracy. However, for Democrats, the concern is that Stein’s presence on the ballot could once again be the deciding factor in Wisconsin’s tight race.
For Trump, the dynamics are favorable. With Wisconsin’s electoral votes likely to be determined by a small margin, even a slight shift in liberal votes toward Stein could secure a win for him. This scenario makes Stein’s continued presence on the ballot a critical factor in the race.
