Four Republican backbencher candidates who failed to qualify for the first 2024 GOP presidential debate this week slammed the Republican National Committee over its rules, with multiple contenders calling them “rigged.”

  • givesomefucks@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    It’s not about winning.

    It’s about the free advertising so they can grift donations. Running for president can make you millions and can be used as a slush fund for years after the campaign.

    Especially if you never try to actually win.