Political Minute: Third Party Candidates

Today, I was curious as to who else was running for president besides the obvious Obama, and whoever wins the Republican Primary. Boy, was I surprised when I came across this list of candidates.

36 Democrats
90 Republicans
5 Americans Elect
1 Americas Party
10 Constitutional Party
7 Green Party
1 Justice Party
17 Libertarians
3 Socialists
1 Prohibition Party
2 Reform Party
102 Independent/Write-in Candidates
For a total of 275 Candidates this election year.

Personally, I find this to be completely ridiculous, but also side splitting funny. There are at least 85 candidates that are running as complete jokes. This article might run a little long, but bear with me, as it should be quite entertaining.

Bob Ely, Democrat(http://workmorekeepless.com/): One of my personal favorites.  His website boasts "A half dozen reasons to vote for me."

1. If You’re Unemployed, I’ll Get You a Job THAT You Might Not Like
2. I Want to Make it Easier for You To Get Fired
3. I Will Raise Taxes on the Wealthy and Maybe the Not So Wealthy
4. I’ll Dream Up Lots of Other Taxes

Jeff Siggins, Write-in(http://www.jeffprezpope.com/): He's running for both president and pope. What more can I say?

Mike "Doc" Witort, Write-in(http://www.wakeupwell.org/):

"Doc" Mike is NOT approved by the American Medical Association.

"Doc" Mike is NOT approved by the Illinois Attorney General.

"Doc" Mike is NOT approved by the American Cancer Society.

"Doc" Mike is NOT approved by the American Heart Association.

"Doc" Mike is NOT approved by the American Diabetes Association.

"Doc" Mike is NOT approved by the Illionois Autism Society.

Yet, he knows what's best for America

 The Naked Cowboy, Republican(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naked_Cowboy#Presidential_candidacy.2C_2012): Yep, that's right, the singing sensation that runs around in his briefs is running.

J. Pall Hadd(https://twitter.com/#!/JPHaddadi): Here's what he says about himself.  "Founder of a holiday (Uncle's Day, First Wednesday in January.) Presidential candidate. Re-inventor of the wheel and other popular items."

Jimmy McMillan, Democrat(http://www.rentistoodamnhigh.org/): THE RENT IS TOO DAMN HIGH!

Mike Moloney(http://www.mikemoloneyforpresident.com/): I don't even...

Ole' Savior, Republican(http://www.olesavior.org/): Pretty serious candidate, except the whole "Ole' Savior" thing.

Roseanne, Democrat(http://www.roseanneworld.com/blog/home.php): It's Roseanne. Vote for her.

Rutherford B. Hayes(http://motherjones.com/mojo/2010/10/rutherford-b-hayes-interview): I mean, with a name like that, how could you not vote for him? He's quick to point out in his interview that he is by no means related to "the disgraced and undemocratically elected nineteenth president, Rutherford Birchard Hayes"

 Aleister Crowley(http://ac2012.com/): Yes, he's dead. No, he wasn't an American citizen. Seems legit.

Vermin Supreme, Democrat(http://www.verminsupreme.com/): He's a meme. He wears a boot on his head. He promises free ponies to all Americans. His first law will be mandatory dental hygiene. He's got my vote.

Okay, this last guy is my personal favorite. President Emperor Caesar, ALL PARTIES(http://images.nictusa.com/cgi-bin/fecimg/?P8000322: The only thing you can find on this guy is his Certificate of Candidacy. I'm completely in love with this guy. If only I could find more about him.

With 275 candidates, I'm sure there's more silly candidates. Do some research and find out who's the right one for you.