Why 3rd parties can’t run without spoiling the election?
They can and they are. People who don't vote third parties are voting for OPs picture; whether they think they're being smart by "playing the game" or not.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/23/cornel-west-focusing-gaza-has-harsh-critiques-opponents-former-allies/
No WAPO focuses on Cornel West who never intended to pose a serious challenge versus Jill Stein who is actually on the ballot.
They can and they are. People who don't vote third parties are voting for OPs picture; whether they think they're being smart by "playing the game" or not.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/23/cornel-west-focusing-gaza-has-harsh-critiques-opponents-former-allies/
No WAPO focuses on Cornel West who never intended to pose a serious challenge versus Jill Stein who is actually on the ballot.