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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 19

Politicians say one thing, but budgets tell the truth. Cuts? Spending rises. Help? Costs rise. Change? Only their story changes. Budgets don’t lie. Politicians do.

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 17

Waiting for Washington to save us? Our politicians?

For politics that truly reflects the best of us, with respect, empathy and new ideas, join the Independent Center at independentcenter.org

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 17

Independents aren’t “wishy-washy.” We’ve decided. Both extremes are toxic. Solutions > slogans. Results > rhetoric. We’re not fence-sitters—we’re the ones holding the fence up.

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 15

George Washington warned that parties would put power over people. 250 years later, it’s our reality. Independents are proving there’s another way: country over party.

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 15

The generational gap is reshaping politics. Younger voters are driving a shift toward independence and reform, while older generations stick to the two-party system. What does this mean for choice at the ballot box?

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Independent Center Poll: A Growing Generation Divide | Independent Center Poll

The Independent Center’s new nationwide survey, The Growing Generation Gap, finds younger voters driving a dramatic shift toward political independence and reform, while older generations remain ancho...

www.independentcenter.org

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 12

80% of Americans are in the middle. The extremes are loud, but independents are the majority. When the 80% speaks together, everything changes. Common sense solutions, not chaos.

#IndependentVoice

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 12

Political violence has no place in America.

7 Utah leaders share 4 simple steps we can take to create real change. Responsibility starts with us.

🔗 www.deseret.com/opinion/2025...

Opinion: Leaders of 7 Utah organizations share joint message following Charlie Kirk shooting

Leaders of seven organizations working to build bridges across U.S. political divides share a joint message about next steps following the shocking fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk.

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 10

The Independent Center condemns the latest act of political violence in the U.S. Our thoughts are with Mr. Kirk, his family, and past victims.

Violence has no place in civic life—our differences must be settled at the ballot box, with respect and dignity for all.

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 10

Half of Americans live paycheck to paycheck—even those making $150k+. Promises don’t pay this month’s bills. Independents get it because we live it. Real people need real solutions now.

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 8

🎙️ New on A New Angle Podcast: Independent Center’s Lura Forcum talks about the dysfunction of the two-party system, the flaws in polling, and how independents are building a voice & community.

Listen: www.anewanglepodcast.com/p/lura-forcu...

Lura Forcum gives independent voters a voice

This week’s guest is Lura Forcum, president of the Independent Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving politically independent Americans a stronger voice in elections.

www.anewanglepodcast.com

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 8

Democrats? Working class or elite? Republicans? Fiscal conservatives or populists? While they figure it out, independents already know: common sense solutions. No tribe loyalty required.

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 5

The parties thought they had a monopoly. But they forgot about the competition. Independents aren’t just complaining—we’re competing. Tens of millions strong. The swing vote. The deciding factor.

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Sep 3

🚨 Independents aren’t waiting. We’re building a movement.

📊 See the data + insights: www.independentcenter.org

✍️ Declare your independence: www.independentcenter.org/declare

#DeclareYourIndependence

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 25

🚨 Just 37% of independents approve of Trump’s performance.

The Daily Beast cites our June poll showing independents turning away from Trump and his “Big, Beautiful Bill Act.”

📖 Read: www.thedailybeast.com/polling-guru...

Polling Guru Reveals How Key Voters Have Turned ‘Substantially’ Against Trump

Polling shows that the president’s standing with independents has cratered.

www.thedailybeast.com

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 25

🚨 “There are going to be more independents running this cycle than ever before.”

Sr. Advisor Adam Brandon told NOTUS that 2026 will see record-breaking independent runs for House, Senate, and governor.

📖 Read: www.notus.org/2026-electio...

Get Ready for an Independent Candidate Surge

Inspired by Dan Osborn’s surprisingly strong showing in Nebraska, independents are jumping into races across the country.

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 22

🚨 “A wake-up call is coming, whether people like it or not.”

Independent Center’s Jason Pye told the Washington Examiner trust fund reform is inevitable—and must be bipartisan.

📖 Read: www.msn.com/en-us/news/p...

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 15

Neither Republicans nor Democrats are meeting the needs of voters.
Adam Brandon of the Independent Center sees “electoral gold” in turning Ed Crane’s vision into reality beyond the two-party system.

Read John Tamny in RealClearMarkets:
www.realclearmarkets.com/articles/202...

Ed Crane Has Always Seen a Growing Electorate Beyond the Two Parties

Cato Institute co-founder Ed Crane turns 81 today, which is a good time to talk about him and how he has helped to shape how we think, view policy, and ideally how we will vote in the future. There&rs

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 14

🚨 40% of Americans feel politically homeless. Adam Brandon explains on Purple Political Breakdown why independents could tip Congress in 2026.

Watch/Listen here:
YouTube: youtu.be/Qhp-6EgIL_s
Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...
Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/46OK...

Why Independent Candidates Matter More Than Ever in 2026 Midterms Ft. Adam Brandon

YouTube video by Purple Political Breakdown

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 13

🎙 Adam Brandon joins The Political Orphanage to discuss why Millennials reject parties — and how a few House seats could upend Congress.

Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
🎧 Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/6omu...
📰 Substack: www.thepoliticalorphanage.com/p/to-make-a-...

To Make a Terrifying Spoiler Candidate

Podcast Episode · The Political Orphanage · 08/13/2025 · 1h 31m

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 11

🎙 Lura Forcum on The Third Space Podcast: why independents are the real disruptors in U.S. politics — and how a few seats in Congress could upend the two-party system.
thethirdspacepodcast.substack.com/p/episode-10...

Episode #10 - Lura Forcum

Zander and Lura discuss political independents and other nonconformists.

thethirdspacepodcast.substack.com

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 11

🚨 Adam Brandon on The Lost Art of Common Sense: From economic challenges to fixing Congress for everyone, here’s why independents can lead where others won’t. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzpa...

S4E26 - Special Guest, Adam Brandon

YouTube video by The Lost Art of Common Sense

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Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 11

Both parties fear independent voters — and here’s why.

We decide elections, can’t be bought, and vote on merit. The age of blind loyalty is ending. The age of accountability is here.

Comment “independent” to learn more.

#IndependentVoice #CommonSense #VoterPower #IndependentVoter

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 8

Even at $150K, Americans are still living paycheck to paycheck. Student loans, medical debt, and childcare costs are crushing families.

We need real solutions — not partisan chaos. Comment “Independent” to learn more.

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 6

Both parties promise to cut spending.
Instead: More debt. More spin.
Independents see through it all.
Declare your independence & share your story: independentcenter.org/declare
#DeclareYourIndependence

Independent Center @independentcenter.bsky.social · Aug 5

Politically independent or just independent-minded? Join us for “Declare Your Independence” Happy Hour at Durty Nelly’s in Boston. Real convos, good people.
📍108 Blackstone St
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#IndependentVoice

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