Williamson Ends Presidential Run Amid Primary Setbacks

In a surprising turn of events, author Marianne Williamson has suspended her long-shot presidential primary campaign, challenging President Joe Biden for the Democratic party’s nomination. Following a string of disappointing performances in key states like Nevada, South Carolina, and New Hampshire, Williamson made the announcement on her campaign website.

“I greatly appreciate the support of those who stood by me,” Williamson expressed in her statement, acknowledging the evident failure of her campaign while also highlighting moments of success. She emphasized her intention to keep the ‘Marianne2024’ website active, hoping that future candidates would benefit from the information and insights her campaign had prepared.

Accompanying her announcement, Williamson released a YouTube video where she reflected on her campaign’s mission to speak up for those affected by detrimental public policies. She aimed to shed light on pressing issues during what she described as “darkened times.”

Despite her decision to suspend her campaign, Williamson made no mention of endorsing Biden or any other candidate. This move leaves Rep. Dean Phillips (D-Minn.) as the sole major challenger to Biden in the Democratic primary race. With Biden’s consistent wins in crucial states like Nevada, South Carolina, and New Hampshire, the incumbent appears to be on a clear path to securing his party’s nomination.

“My team and I brought forward some innovative ideas, and I take solace in knowing they may live on through future campaigns,” Williamson wrote, reflecting on her campaign’s impact on the political landscape. While acknowledging the failure to run a winning campaign, she remained steadfast in her belief that her efforts had left a mark on the “political ethers.”

Williamson’s decision to exit the race follows her dismal performance in the Nevada Democratic primary, where she secured a mere 2.9% of the votes. This placed her behind the “None of These Candidates” option, which garnered 5.8% of the votes. Meanwhile, Biden secured a landslide victory, claiming nearly 90% of the votes.

In South Carolina, Williamson fared slightly better but still came in a distant second place with only 2.1% of the vote, while Biden dominated with 96.2%. Notably, Biden’s name did not appear on the ballot in New Hampshire due to a conflict between the state and the Democratic National Committee. Despite this, Williamson managed to secure only 4.0% of the vote, while Phillips received 19.6%. Biden’s victory in New Hampshire was ensured through a write-in campaign, where he received 63.9% of the vote.

The decision to suspend her campaign came after Williamson’s poor showing in New Hampshire, where she contemplated the path forward. “This moment is a fork in the road,” she remarked, acknowledging the critical juncture in her campaign journey.

With Marianne Williamson’s departure from the race, the Democratic primary landscape narrows, with Biden solidifying his position as the frontrunner. As the remaining contenders continue their campaigns, Williamson’s legacy serves as a reminder of the challenges and aspirations inherent in the pursuit of political office.