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Cornel West chooses college professor, BLM co-founder as VP running mate

Abdullah, a Muslim Black woman, was chosen as the running mate of West, aiming to reach Muslim and Black Americans disenchanted with President Biden.
Abdullah, a pan-African studies professor, was drawn to West's platform of "truth, love, and justice."
Abdullah agreed to join West's campaign immediately, stating, "He and his wife asked and immediately my heart just soared.

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The Guardian

Cornel West announces running mate for independent US presidential bid

Melina Abdullah joins former Harvard professor’s long-shot bid in US presidential race

20 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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CNN

Cornel West announces fellow academic Melina Abdullah as running mate

Independent presidential candidate Cornel West announced fellow academic Melina Abdullah as his vice presidential nominee in an interview on “The Tavis Smiley Show.”

20 days ago·Atlanta, United States

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The Washington Post

Cornel West announces BLM activist, professor Melina Abdullah as VP pick

Independent presidential candidate Cornel West announced Melina Abdullah, a professor and co-founder of Black Lives Matter Los Angeles, as his vice-presidential running mate.

20 days ago

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KRDO

Cornel West announces fellow academic Melina Abdullah as running mate

By Aaron Pellish, CNN (CNN) — Independent presidential candidate Cornel West announced fellow academic Melina Abdullah as his vice presidential nominee in an interview Wednesday on “The Tavis Smiley Show.” “She has a record of deep commitment and investment in ensuring that poor and working people are at the center of her vision,” West said of his running mate. “I wanted to to run with someone who would put a smile on the face of Fannie Lou Hame…

19 days ago·Colorado Springs, United States

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KIFI

Cornel West to announce VP pick on Tavis Smiley show Wednesday

By Eva McKend, CNN (CNN) — Independent presidential candidate Cornel West will announce his vice presidential running mate on Tavis Smiley’s radio program Wednesday, according to his campaign. On the show, slated to air at noon ET, West will discuss why his West Coast-based vice presidential pick – who, like him, has never held elected office – best aligns with his values, according to a campaign official. He will be joined on the show with his …

21 days ago·Idaho Falls, United States

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The Hill

Cornel West picks Melina Abdullah, professor and racial justice advocate, as running mate

Independent presidential contender Cornel West announced Melina Abdullah as his 2024 running mate Wednesday, rounding out his left-wing ticket for the White House.

20 days ago·Washington, United States

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