Rice University psychology researchers outline the crisis of poor ballot design and its effect on the vote
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.
Analysis of the Libertarian Protest Vote
Unpopular leading candidates have increased chances of millions casting a Libertarian protest vote
WATCH: Alternative Presidential Candidates Hold Debate
Hopefuls gathered at University of Colorado at Boulder as the alternative presidential candidates push for support
AUDIO: Talking Jill Stein With Seattle Socialist Kshama Sawant
Seattle City Councillor and socialist Kshama Sawant backs the Green Party campaign in this radio debate
Printing Democracy: The Art of Ballot Design
A good ballot design can be the difference between a weak democracy and a thriving one
What If No Candidate Gets 270 Electoral Votes?
A successful third party candidate can theoretically upset major parties seeking 270 electoral votes
VIDEO: Analysis of John Oliver’s Third Party Take Down
Gary Johnson And Jill Stein are targeted in John Oliver’s third party criticism ahead of November vote
Why the Communist Party USA is Backing the Democrats
Hillary Clinton campaign is getting some unexpected support from the Communist Party USA
Crunch Time For Libertarian Johnson’s Presidential Run
Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson’s Presidential run will have to succeed in final weeks better than other third parties in history
Rally for Greening Revolution with Jill Stein and Amaju Baraka
A few hundred people showed up last night to hear Dr. Jill Stein and Ajamu Baraka at an event at Hostos College in the Bronx to learn more about the progressive Green Party platform.