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Time for Independents to Stop Swinging Elections and Start Repairing America.
We've Got a Nation To Fix. You In?
VISION
America is stuck, polarized, gridlocked, and losing ground.
We're here to bring Independent voters together, forging a collective strength that shatters the impasse and restores lasting American progress.
Independents: The Majority America Needs
A record 45% of Americans now identify as Independent, making us the largest voting bloc in our nation’s history. Yet, while we represent the true center, the system remains engineered for the loudest partisan fringes.
Independent Times News is built for you. We provide the news, analysis, and action required to move beyond the win-at-all-costs warfare of the two-party system. We are dedicated to facts over spin, solutions over division, and the belief that we must put the prosperity and security of our nation ahead of the success of any political party.
We don’t just report on the gridlock, we deliver the perspective and tools needed to break it. Together, we can drive lasting results and begin the essential work of repairing our fractured nation.
Join us.
Independent Voters' Mission: Less Party.
More Country.
Independents are tired of broken promises and parties loyal to donors instead of citizens.
It’s time for Independents to lead with common sense, facts, and real purpose.
Not bound by partisan loyalty, Independents are uniquely positioned to champion the structural reforms America urgently needs.
Breaking the partisan trap is not left, or right, it’s forward and together.
If we deliver on these four pillars, Americans will once again believe in their vote, their leaders, their economy, and each other.
The Independent Manifesto
A practical, nonpartisan vision for repairing our nation and returning power to the people.
Pillar #1: Free and Fair Elections
Open, competitive, and accessible for every voter.
Pillar #2: Accountable Government
Honest leadership serving citizens, not special interests.
Pillar #3: Affordability and the American Dream
Strengthen financial safeguards for a fair, competitive economy.
Pillar #4: Defend Freedom and Global Stability
Protect our constitutional liberties and support fellow democracies worldwide.
OUR VISION
An America where every citizen enjoys freedom from want and freedom from fear. A nation that has broken the cycle of gridlock, replacing bitterness and division with stability, shared purpose, and lasting progress.
THE ISSUE
Both parties are locked in a partisan fight that blocks real progress for the nation. Every election, Independents like you swing power from one side to the other, delivering short-term shifts but no lasting results. The problem is structural: closed primaries empower extremes, and unlimited donor money lets politicians prioritize big donors and special interests over everyday Americans. The middle is shut out, compromise is punished, and Washington stays stuck. To fix America, we must fix the system that drives this dysfunctionand demand reforms that force cooperation, problem-solving, and long-term stability for the nation.
THE STRATEGY
We take power away from the extremes by demanding open primaries, ranked‑choice voting, and fair election reforms already working in states like Alaska and Maine.
United as one bloc, Independents can force compromise, reward problem‑solvers, and block partisan extremists.
We don’t care who gets credit. We care that America gets results.
THE MOVEMENT
Join the movement. Get clear, fact‑first reporting through our podcast, newsletter, and social channels.
Then follow the 8 concrete steps below to turn frustration into real political power and help rebuild a system that finally works for all Americans.
Barriers Holding Independents Back
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As America’s largest and fastest-growing voting bloc, now nearly 45% of the electorate, Independent Voters face structural and informational barriers at the polls. Overcoming these ensures your vote truly reflects your values, free from party influence.
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Independent voters are often excluded from primaries. In 22 states during recent presidential cycles, closed primaries or caucuses barred more than 27 million Independents (and other non-major-party voters) from helping select party nominees.
Trapped in a Polarized System
Without party guidance, Independents must navigate a media landscape dominated by partisan outlets that amplify extremes and drown out balanced facts. Once elected through the party-controlled primaries, lawmakers rarely break ranks, voting with their party over 90% of the time on divided issues, stifling the bipartisanship and compromise most Independents want.
HOW TO STAY INFORMED
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EMPOWER YOUR VOTE
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Study official Party Platforms to better predict how candidates will vote in office.
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Use trusted non-partisan sites like Ballotpedia and VoteSmart.org, for factual information on candidates' records, biographies, and issue stances.
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Dive into Pew Research Center reports for unbiased data on party platforms, voter trends, and public opinion.
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Explore AllSides for media bias ratings and balanced viewpoints on policy issues across left, center, and right sources.
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Prioritize local elections: city council, school boards, judges, and ballot measures, where your Independent vote often swings outcomes and has bigger real-world impact.
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Researching and preparing for special ballot measures empowers Independents to directly decide key policies, taxes, and reforms.
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Make a voting plan early: register, research your full ballot, and vote in every election to maximize your influence.
WATCH OUR MISSION
Independents: The Key to America's Future
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Concrete Steps for Independents
Independent voters hold the key to healing our nation’s political divide.
Free from partisan loyalty, you can champion reforms that break the gridlock.
Let's reward compromise, and amplify the voices of the majority over the extremes.
#1
Register to Vote or Verify Your Voter Status
Select your state to register or confirm your registration status. It only takes five minutes, and with the 2026 midterms approaching, it is critical to check now. Click the button below to verify your status. Every state has different rules, so don't risk showing up to the polls only to find you’ve been purged from the voter rolls.
Click below to verify through Vote.gov (non-partisan & secure).
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Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming Elections
Add key dates for primaries and general elections to your phone using Vote411. Voting in low-turnout primaries is your most powerful tool for candidate selection. To show up prepared, schedule time to review your Ballotpedia Sample Ballot to see the exact candidates and special measures on your ticket.
Click the button below for election reminders.
#3
Follow Your Elected Reps on Social Media
Following your representatives on social media is the best way to hear about floor votes and current events in real-time.
To take the next step, subscribe to their newsletter and join an upcoming town hall to share your priorities.
Click the button below for a complete directory of contact info and social media links for all federal and state officials.
#4
Subscribe to a National & Local Newspaper
Democracy depends on a free press, yet two newspapers close every week. While social media and podcasts provide interesting commentary, we rely on "shoe-leather" journalists who do original reporting from the field actually to gather the facts. Support the source of our news, subscribe to both a national and a local paper to fuel truth and ensure accountability.
Click below to start your subscription at discounted rates.
COLLABORATION
The Independent Voter Champions
Trailblazers advancing open primaries, ranked-choice voting, non-partisan news, and bold electoral reforms, who are breaking down barriers so every Independent voice can shape America's future.
Ready to stop feeling ignored and start making a difference?