In a surprising turn of events, the Natural Law Party of Michigan has emerged as a key player in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Doug Dern, the state chairman of the party, received an email from a strategist for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign, leading to the nomination of Kennedy as the party’s presidential candidate.
For over two decades, Mr. Dern has worked tirelessly to maintain the Natural Law Party’s presence on Michigan’s ballot, running candidates in obscure state races to meet the state’s minimum polling requirements for minor parties. With Kennedy now on the ballot in Michigan, a critical swing state, the presidential race has taken an unexpected turn.
The Natural Law Party, founded in 1992, has seen a decline in recent years, with Michigan being its only remaining state chapter. However, the party’s affiliation has provided a shortcut for independent candidates like Kennedy to gain access to the ballot without the need for gathering signatures.
Kennedy’s campaign, which emphasizes health and environmental issues, aligns with the Natural Law Party’s original platform, making him a suitable candidate for the party’s nomination. By avoiding the arduous process of collecting signatures, Kennedy has injected new energy into the party and sparked interest in its revival on a national level.
As the 2024 election approaches, the Natural Law Party’s unexpected resurgence has caught the attention of voters and political observers alike. With the potential to impact the outcome of the election, the party’s role in the race is one to watch closely.
