If @HowieHawkins actually wants @GreenPartyUS to crack 5%, he will persuade Ventura to run and then stand aside and endorse him.
Because almost no one knows who Hawkins is and everyone knows who Ventura is. Because there's a ton of energy and enthusiasm behind Ventura. Because Ventura's views, while imperfect, have evolved immensely and are sufficiently in line with GP values.
Haven't researched his positions on every issue but for those saying he still has right-libertarian economic views:
And for those saying he's a climate change denier:
