The Koch Network, an influential coalition of conservative political donors, has announced its endorsement of former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley for president in the upcoming election. The endorsement comes as the Koch Network looks to take a stand against current President Donald Trump, who has a long history of undisciplined actions that have alienated some of his staunchest supporters.
The Koch Network’s endorsement of Haley marks a notable shift for the group, which has historically shied away from direct involvement in presidential politics. This is the first time, since its inception in 2003, that the network has chosen to endorse a candidate for the nation’s highest office.
The Koch Network’s founder and CEO Charles Koch spoke at length on the endorsement of Haley. Whilst appearing at the organization’s annual political strategy meeting, Koch said that Haley embodies “sensible conservatism” and stands out among the current crop of potential Republican presidential hopefuls.
Koch also went on to criticize the current political atmosphere in the United States and the way in which some in office are utilizing their power. Koch believes that Trump has conducted himself in a manner that is “inconsistent with our principles and values.”
As a result, Koch and the network as a whole are hoping that Haley will be able to provide something different for the potential pool of Republicans going forward.
Providing further insight into the endorsement of Haley, Koch pointed out that it is not necessarily rooted in any particular policy position or proposal. Instead, Koch believes that Haley will be able to bring a needed change to the political atmosphere of the United States.
The Koch Network’s endorsement of Haley should come as no surprise. Rosenthal, president of Koch’s organization Americans for Prosperity, has long been a vocal critic of the president’s administration. Taking into account his opinion alongside that of Koch’s, it is no wonder that the Koch Network is willing to go against the grain of the Republican party and back a non-Trump alternative in the person of Javanka Haley.
Time will tell whether the Koch Network’s endorsement of Haley will bear any fruits come 2020. However, it is clear that the powerful coalition is looking to make an impact on the presidential race by backing a centrist candidate who embodies the conservative ideals the group holds dear.
The Koch Network, an influential coalition of conservative political donors, has announced its endorsement of former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley for president in the upcoming election. The endorsement comes as the Koch Network looks to take a stand against current President Donald Trump, who has a long history of undisciplined actions that have alienated some of his staunchest supporters.
The Koch Network’s endorsement of Haley marks a notable shift for the group, which has historically shied away from direct involvement in presidential politics. This is the first time, since its inception in 2003, that the network has chosen to endorse a candidate for the nation’s highest office.
The Koch Network’s founder and CEO Charles Koch spoke at length on the endorsement of Haley. Whilst appearing at the organization’s annual political strategy meeting, Koch said that Haley embodies “sensible conservatism” and stands out among the current crop of potential Republican presidential hopefuls.
Koch also went on to criticize the current political atmosphere in the United States and the way in which some in office are utilizing their power. Koch believes that Trump has conducted himself in a manner that is “inconsistent with our principles and values.”
As a result, Koch and the network as a whole are hoping that Haley will be able to provide something different for the potential pool of Republicans going forward.
Providing further insight into the endorsement of Haley, Koch pointed out that it is not necessarily rooted in any particular policy position or proposal. Instead, Koch believes that Haley will be able to bring a needed change to the political atmosphere of the United States.
The Koch Network’s endorsement of Haley should come as no surprise. Rosenthal, president of Koch’s organization Americans for Prosperity, has long been a vocal critic of the president’s administration. Taking into account his opinion alongside that of Koch’s, it is no wonder that the Koch Network is willing to go against the grain of the Republican party and back a non-Trump alternative in the person of Javanka Haley.
Time will tell whether the Koch Network’s endorsement of Haley will bear any fruits come 2020. However, it is clear that the powerful coalition is looking to make an impact on the presidential race by backing a centrist candidate who embodies the conservative ideals the group holds dear.
