Democrats now backing Green Party’s push for a Wisconsin vote recount over voting machine questions
Third Party archive on Democracy Chronicles
The third party archive is about seeking to end America's two-party system. Libertarian, Green and independent candidates will be highlighted. Also see our entire section on third parties called Third Party Central where you can find information on every small party in the country.
But What Can We Do Right Now?
Progressive party platforms give us an idea of what it could be like, if we had democracy. But first we have to get democracy, and that’s what this article is all about.
What it Means: Write-In Votes More Popular Than Ever
National trend of write-in votes shows up in NJ votes for Mickey Mouse, Sweet Meteor of Death, and Dave Mustaine
Review of Third Party Support in New Jersey’s 2016 Vote
New Jersey has seen an increase in third party support for Libertarian and Green Presidential Candidates
On the Election of America’s First Female Somali American Lawmaker
Ilhan Omar was born in Mogadishu but has now become the first ever female Somali American lawmaker
Record Set as 9 Vermont Progressive Party Candidates Win
The Vermont Progressive Party will enter the state legislature in strength for first time ever
A Blueprint To Good Presidential Elections
A presidential election with approval voting would be completely unlike what you’ve seen. Being able to choose as many candidates as you want permits you to always vote your favorite. No matter what.
How Did Third Party Votes Affect the Election?
Thanks to unusual American rules, third party votes have an uneven effect on the election depending on state
The Most Influential Third Party Candidates Since 1900
Since Teddy Roosevelt’s ill-fated attempt to return to presidency, many influential third party runs have made impact
The Nevada Socialist Party’s Candidate to Join the Senate
Jarrod Williams is putting forward a democratic socialist platform as the Nevada Socialist Party’s candidate