Professor Cornel West, an independent candidate running for president, announced he has chosen Dr. Melina Abdullah to be his running mate.
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Professor Cornel West, an independent candidate running for president in 2024 announced that he has chosen Dr. Melina Abdullah to be his running mate.
“At this historic and pivotal moment, it is my profound honor to stand alongside my dear sister, Dr. Melina Abdullah, a fierce and tireless advocate for truth, justice, and transformative change,” West said. “Sister Melina’s incredible courage, keen intellect, and deep vision have greatly served the cause of liberation in education, worker rights, and both racial and gender justice.”
Abdullah is also known for being one of the co-founders of the Los Angeles chapter of Black Lives Matter (BLM) and a Director of the Black Lives Matter grassroots.
“Her unique analysis and witness helps us confront our crumbling era of empire, white supremacy, and patriarchy,” West added. “I look forward to working with her as we strengthen our commitment in our campaign for truth, justice and love!”
While Abdullah has never served in office before, she revealed that she is “deeply honored and humbled” to join West as his candidate for vice president.
