June 8 Squid Island Presidential Election

The June 8 Squid Island Presidential Election is the third national presidential election for the United States of Squid Island and was held from May 30 to June 7 2024. Jelly and Crainer were running for president and Slogo was legally forbidden from rerunning for election as he has served two terms in a row. Crainer won the election in a small landslide, with an almost 20% margin above Jelly.
== Debate ==
Main article: May 30 Squid Island presidential debate
On May 30 2024, a debate took place between Jelly and Crainer with both mentioning key points that they promised in their presidency and the other responding to those points. Slogo took the role of the audience and listened to their points. He then asked them their thoughts on the constitution.
Jelly took a stance on equality, historical structures, and corporate partnership and growth.
Crainer took a stance on infrastructure like the Squid Island Monorail, advancing and progressing squid island, and banning TNT in response to Jelly's Squid Island Vault attack. 
== Campaign promises ==
Rundown of campaign
Candidate	Closest political views 	Main campaign promises	Commemorations for campaigning
Crainer 	 	
*Higher taxation solely for development of the island and the rebuilding of the economy
*Working for the citizens
*Banning of explosives and ensuring peace throughout the island
*Supporting of local businesses
*Helping the monorail to be more useful
*Ensured protection of all animals and better living conditions for Squid City villagers
*	Vote Crainer sign
Jelly 	Social democracy to democratic socialism	
*Direct ownership and management of Squid Island’s finances
*Ensured collaboration of all three to advance Squid Island
*Upkeep of historical buildings that define the culture of Squid Island, e.g. the Beenny Memorial Statue
*Ensured equality of every citizen
*Listening of any citizens’ questions and concerns
*Honesty and integrity	N/A
== Results ==
Candidate	Total votes	Vote percentage	Result
Crainer 	6,188 	59.4% 	Won
Jelly 	4,228 	40.6% 	Lost
Category:Squid Island Elections