The BBC recently explained how weak ballot access laws mean voters must rely on write-in candidate rules
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Independent politicians are not connected to a political party. Washington was the only American president elected as an independent, being not formally affiliated with any party. Also see Third Party Central.
Vote Trading App Raising Ethical Questions
Trump Traders is a vote trading app created by Never Trump supporters and Silicon Valley coders
WATCH: Alternative Presidential Candidates Hold Debate
Hopefuls gathered at University of Colorado at Boulder as the alternative presidential candidates push for support
Independent Candidate McMullin Eyes Conservative Voters
The unusual campaign of independent candidate McMullin is part reflection on the GOP internal divide
What If No Candidate Gets 270 Electoral Votes?
A successful third party candidate can theoretically upset major parties seeking 270 electoral votes
Close Look at the McMullin Independent Presidential Campaign
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Talking My Presidential Campaign With Independent Political Report
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Koch Brothers on Quest to Replace Political Parties
Years of big spending on lobbying in local elections part of the Koch’s plan to replace political parties
Both Parties Are Blocking Colorado Primary Election Reforms
Independent voters would benefit from Colorado primary election reforms toward an open ballot system
Lawsuit Over Partisan Labels on California Top-Two Ballot
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