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Texas man changes name to 'Literally Anybody Else' after announcing run for president

Friday, 12/04/2024, 17:00 (GMT+7)

A Texas man undergoes an unusual name change after announcing his own run for US president.

A Texas man announced his intention to run for US president after changing his name.

A Texas man has made headlines by announcing his bid for the presidency under the moniker 'Literally Anybody Else', reflecting a growing dissatisfaction with the current political landscape.

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A Texas man changes his name to 'Literally Anybody Else' after announcing to run for president. Image Credits: Getty

The 35-year-old, formerly known as Dustin Ebey, has launched his own campaign in response to the dissatisfaction among voters with both major political parties.

In a scathing critique of the two-party system, the US Army veteran and seventh-grade math teacher highlighted the need for alternative voices in American politics.

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A Texas man changes his name to 'Literally Anybody Else' after announcing to run for president. Image Credits: Getty

In the statement on his website, he criticized the two-party system. 

In a statement on his campaign website,  "America should not be stuck choosing between the 'King of Debt' (his self-declaration) and an 81-year old.

"Literally Anybody Else isn't a person, it's a rally cry."

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However, his decision to run is symbolic, intending to protest the current political landscape. Image Credits: Getty

Before changing his name to 'Literally Anybody Else,' he was not seriously considering a run for the White House.

Else's aim is not to seriously vie for the White House but to challenge the status quo and advocate for greater representation on the ballot.

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The man criticizes the two-party system and aims to offer an alternative. Image Credits: Getty

To achieve this, he must gather a significant number of signatures from registered voters in Texas who abstained from participating in either party's primaries.

In Texas alone, he needs at least 113,151 signatures, a daunting task but one he's determined to pursue.

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To qualify for the ballot, he needs to gather a significant number of signatures, a challenging task. Image Credits: Getty

Despite the challenges, Else's candidacy offers a third option for disillusioned voters, as indicated by polls showing widespread disapproval of both incumbent Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.