A perennial candidate is a person who frequently runs for public office, but consistently loses elections. They are often seen as more of a symbol or protest vote than a serious contender for the position they seek.
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The move comes after comedian, activist and perennial candidate for public office Randy Credico launched a group with the help of Effective NY's Bill Samuels called «End the Prison Industrial Complex Now,» or «EPIC.» (nystateofpolitics.com)
Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis is opposed by former minor Presidential candidate Rocky De La Fuente, and perennial candidate from many parties Walter Iwachiw. (shakingnews.com)
Green Party gubernatorial contender Howie Hawkins and Randy Credico — the gadfly perennial candidate who recently placed third in the Democratic primary behind Gov. Andrew Cuomo — hit the corner of 125th Street and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan today in an effort to make inroads in the usually loyally blue enclave. (observer.com)