Who is Kanye West and Why is he running for United States of American Presidency?

Who is Kanye West?

Kanye Omari West was born in Atlanta, Georgia on June 8, 1977. He is an American music producer, American rapper and Fashion designer. He was added to the celebrity fodder list after his marriage to Kim Kardashian. He also announced that he has been fully converted to Christianity.

Is Kanye West running for President in 2020?

It was speculated that he would become a candidate when he first announced his intention to run in August 2015.
On July 4, 2020, Kanye West announced his election campaign for United States Presidential elections through Twitter.

Is Kanye West serious about running for President?

Michael Beckel noted that West had already missed the deadline for being listed on the ballot in several states. Every state has their own rules for candidates.
West’s kick-off event in South Carolina which was for registered guests only was the clearest indication that he is serious about it.

Does Kanye West stand a chance?

As a non-politician, running for president could be a disaster as we’ve learned, but if he could get young people who do not usually participate in voting to vote for him, then it’s positive, said Richard Winger.
Many people didn’t think he would be successful in his campaign, but with his popularity and money, he does have a chance.
Justin Levitt said, ‘ He absolutely could make a difference’.

Kanye West’s possibilities of succeeding in his campaigns all lie in his ability to attract young people who do not participate in elections to vote for him because of his name recognition and money.