Don’t miss your chance to shape the November ballot
Upcoming 2026 Primary Election Calendar
As an independent, you have the power to help select the candidates who will appear on the November ballot. In many states, primaries are where the real decisions are made. Don’t sit this one out.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Four Steps Independents Can Take Today
Let's reward compromise, and amplify the voices of the majority over the extremes.
Your voice can help heal the divide and return power to the people.
Let's begin today with these 4 simple, practical steps to be seen, heard, and to stay informed.
#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.
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 the button below to register. (non-partisan & secure).
#2
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 and Newsletters
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 for all federal and state officials.
#4
Subscribe to a National & Local Newspaper
Democracy depends on a free press and an informed citizenry. While social media and podcasts provide valuable commentary, we rely on "shoe-leather" journalists to gather the raw facts.
To fuel the truth and ensure real accountability, we must support the primary sources of our news.
Click the button below to start your subscription at discounted rates.
NEWS TOOLKIT
How To Stay Informed & Empower Your Vote
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Go to Ad Fontes to Check Media Bias
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Subscribe to Ground News to Compare Headlines from left, center, and right.
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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, mark your calendar, study your candidates, and vote in every election to maximize your influence.
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