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 In a historic declaration of independence from the Democratic Party, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made an announcement. On Monday he announced he is ending his campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination. Instead, he is embarking on an independent bid aimed at bridging the divide in American politics.

Kennedy believes that the gap between the Democrats and Republicans is engineered by a corrupt establishment.

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With a passionate crowd of over 1,000 supporters gathered before the iconic backdrop of where the Declaration of Independence was signed, Kennedy boldly proclaimed, "I intend to wrest the reins of power from both parties and give it back to the American people." He likened the political landscape to teenagers quarreling over a runaway car's steering wheel, all the while following a GPS dictated by lobbyists.

The nephew of former President John F. Kennedy and son of former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy was originally running as a presidential candidate for the 2024 Democratic nomination.

The campaign had struggled to gain traction within the Democratic primary, despite the desire among voters for an alternative to President Joe Biden. 

Supporters in attendance donned a wide array of attire, from suits and ties to homemade Kennedy-themed T-shirts, hats, and buttons. One ardent supporter even sported a custom-made cape bearing the words, "I want Camelot," invoking the legendary Kennedy dynasty.

Independent bid

Addressing the cynicism surrounding his independent candidacy, Kennedy asserted, "There have been anti-establishment candidates before, but none of them who actually understand how to get the job done. This time, the independent is going to win."

He cited a recent Gallup survey that revealed an all-time high of 63% of Americans believing that a "third major party is needed" due to the perceived ineffectiveness of both Republicans and Democrats.

Despite these sentiments, Kennedy faces considerable hurdles. The most successful independent candidate of the last century, Ross Perot, garnered only 19% of the popular vote in 1992. And received zero Electoral College votes. 

The US system favors candidates from the two major parties, leaving Democrats concerned that Kennedy's presence on the ballot might undermine Biden's chances.

Kennedy, however, had a different perspective, stating, "My intention is to spoil it for both of them." He underscored that his candidacy stemmed from a painful departure from his family's long-standing allegiance to the Democratic Party, which includes prominent figures such as his uncles, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.