American “Democracy” Is An Illusion
The United States is one of the few countries that limits the election process to two parties, offering voters one of two extremes or, as many put it, voting for “the lesser of two evils.” While there are third party options, an independent or third party faces major hurdles in both finances and time in order to get on the ballot. However, Democrat or Republican candidates do not face these challenges and even if they fail to meet deadlines, it’s perfectly fine to break the rules.
Here’s the latest ballot access news from the Libertarian candidate, Bob Barr:
“Bob Barr and Wayne Allyn Root will not appear on the ballot in West Virginia. We felt there was a case to be made since the deadline to turn in petitions is nearly a full month before Republicans and Democrats are required to file. The judge didn’t see things our way.
It also appears that Republicans and Democrats will be allowed to ignore statutory requirements in Texas with absolutely no repercussions. Just imagine if the Libertarian Party had missed the deadline to file. There is no doubt that we would be left off the ballot.
If they are going to ignore the Constitution then far be it from me to believe they are going to pay attention to their own ballot access laws.”
The bias in the election law is clear. Furthermore, although 55% of Americans who were polled said that they wanted Barr and Nader included in the presidential debates, it is unlikely that this will happen.
With no freedom of choice, it’s no wonder that so many refuse to vote. In Iraq, where voter turnout was approximately 80%, there are several viable political parties. Presumably, all of the candidates were listed on the ballot. It’s curious why the United States, which tells other countries that they must become democracies, has such a draconian policy when it comes to third party candidates and genuine choice for the voters.
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