Entries Released October 17, 2022
Competition Brief: Why Did Kanye West Run for President?
In 2020, Kanye West decided he would run for president of the United States. As an American citizen he is within his rights to do so. As a billionaire according to Forbes, he certainly has the resources to do so. Still, one needs to question what exactly was his motivation?
If for publicity, does he need more?
If for money, only being president is financially rewarding: not running.
If on behalf of God, perhaps there should have been more divine intervention?
If in order to serve the country, perhaps there would be more substance in the platform?
If serious, perhaps the run would have been better planned?
If on behalf of Trump, would one famous person sacrifice their own reputation for another?
If delusional, since when or has he always been and riding a wave of equally delusional fans?
Every answer generates more questions.
Statement of Fact
— In July 2020, Kanye West decided to run for president of the United States of America.
— In November 2020, Kanye West conceded defeat.
— Kany West has expressed interest in running for president in 2024.