Advocates at Stand With Crypto Seek to Turn Crypto Enthusiasts Into Swing-State Voters

As a seasoned crypto investor with over a decade of experience navigating the volatile and fascinating world of digital assets, I find the recent political maneuverings by Stand With Crypto intriguing. The organization’s tour across key states in the November general election has piqued my interest, particularly as a resident of Arizona – one of their first stops.

Stand With Crypto represents the political advocacy wing of the growing crypto sector, aiming to influence the 2024 election. Kicking off a nationwide tour on September 4, they aspire to convert their 1.3 million online supporters into votes favorable towards cryptocurrencies.

Initially, the organization has planned a stop in Arizona where U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.) and top Republican state legislator Travis Grantham (Arizona House Speaker Pro Tempore) will be participating, alongside crypto entrepreneurs. Following this event in Phoenix, Stand With Crypto intends to visit other states that could tip the balance in the election, such as Nevada, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, by organizing similar gatherings.

As a researcher immersed in the world of cryptocurrency, I can attest that there exists a substantial community of individuals who are passionate about this field. My role is to employ tactical strategies reminiscent of political campaigns, with the aim of inspiring and mobilizing these enthusiasts towards active participation in decisions that affect our shared crypto landscape.

“Crypto voters are already, I think, decently fired-up about this election,” Dobson added.

Approximately 27,000 crypto enthusiasts from Arizona have joined the Stand With Crypto platform, with over 80% of these individuals potentially being registered voters. Notably, only around 11,000 votes separated former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden when the latter won Arizona in the 2020 election.

Arizona has become a significant political arena for cryptocurrencies. A preferred candidate in the industry, Yassamin Ansari, emerged victorious in her congressional primary by just 39 votes over an opponent who strongly opposed her ties to crypto sectors and was backed by Senator Elizabeth Warren, known for her criticism of cryptocurrencies.

In the ongoing polling for the presidential election, Arizona shows Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Trump running very closely, with many recent surveys indicating they are separated by just one percentage point or less. While neither candidate has publicly made significant pro-cryptocurrency statements, sources suggest that Vice President Harris’ team may be more open to a more favorable stance on digital assets compared to the current administration led by Biden.

Stand With Crypto, while not officially linked to Fairshake despite Coinbase’s significant involvement in both entities, is also focusing efforts on projects in Ohio, according to Dobson. He mentioned that Ohio is a key area of focus for their organization.