Wyclef Jean has Withdrawn his Name from the Haiti Presidential Race

"This was not an easy conclusion to reach; but it is one that was thoughtfully made, taking into account many, many competing factors and weighing the course that will best advance the healing of the country and help it find the quickest path to recovery."

 

"Some battles are best fought off the field, and that is where we take this now, it's not about my candidacy–this appeal was meant to address the shortcomings of the process for every Haitian. Though my run for the presidency was cut short, in this way, I feel it was not in vain; it’s something we can use to improve conditions for my Haitian brothers and sisters."

 

Wyclef Jean will now return full-time to his music. His album If I Were President, the Haitian Experience will be released in February 2011. Best of luck to Mr. Wyclef!