David Faris

professor of political science at Roosevelt University in Chicago

David Faris on KCRW

Earlier this year, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. polled higher than any third-party candidate in decades. Now his running mate says they're considering dropping out.

If RFK drops out, where will his voters go?

Earlier this year, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. polled higher than any third-party candidate in decades. Now his running mate says they're considering dropping out.

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A few swing states have decided recent elections. Third-party or independent candidates could impact Biden and Trump’s path to victory.

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A few swing states have decided recent elections. Third-party or independent candidates could impact Biden and Trump’s path to victory.

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