They removed me from the ballot.

Not for cheating. Not for breaking any real rules.

But because I said I give a damn—and I did.

Because I spoke passionately. Because I had enthusiasm. Because I ripped up a piece of paper to show that I wasn't there to read from a piece of paper—I was there to make a difference.

This isn't about me anymore. This is about all students who are tired of being instructed to "keep it down," to "get in line," and to "let the grown-ups handle their thing."

I'm not here to make a political statement. I'm here to stand for students who want to have their voice heard—not silenced.

If you believe that students should be able to choose who leads them—

If you believe that passion is not a crime—

If you believe we are better than this—

Sign this petition.

#LetBrianRun