This is the inaugural episode of the Independent Voter Podcast with Chad Peace and Cara McCormick. In this launch, they share the complexities of independent candidacies in U.S. presidential elections. Ever wondered why so few run as independents? Chad and Cara explore the formidable challenges, from ballot access hurdles to debate stage exclusions and fundraising disparities. They examine how the current electoral system favors major parties and discuss its implications for voter choice and democracy. Join them as they shed light on these critical issues and advocate for a more inclusive political landscape.

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Key Moments from this episode:

00:00:01 - Introduction to the Independent Voter Podcast 
00:01:56 - The Ethic Behind the Independent Voter Project 
00:06:24 - Merging Efforts for Reform 
00:10:06 - Collaboration for Reform 
00:14:32 - Embracing Courage and Resilience 
00:15:31 - Introduction to IVP's Next Phase 
00:18:17 - The Difficulty of Running as an Independent 
00:23:45 - The Two-Party System and Its Impact 
00:27:21 - IVP's Ethical Standards 
00:30:09 - Advancing Nonpartisan Reforms 
00:30:51 - Overwhelming Support for Getting Rid of Super PACs 
00:31:54 - Belief in the Dream of Reform 
00:32:27 - Optimism for Democracy 
00:33:36 - Encouraging Engagement and Unity 
00:35:53 - Conclusion and Thanks

 

 

This is the inaugural episode of the <a href="https://olasmedia.com/shows/politic-deli">Independent Voter Podcast</a> with <a href="https://independentvoterproject.org/our-people/chad-peace">Chad Peace</a> and <a href="https://independentvoterproject.org/our-people/cara-mccormick">Cara McCormick</a>. In this launch, they share the complexities of independent candidacies in U.S. presidential elections. Ever wondered why so few run as independents? Chad and Cara explore the formidable challenges, from ballot access hurdles to debate stage exclusions and fundraising disparities. They examine how the current electoral system favors major parties and discuss its implications for voter choice and democracy. Join them as they shed light on these critical issues and advocate for a more inclusive political landscape.
Don&rsquo;t forget to follow and subscribe at&nbsp;<a href="https://olasmedia.com/shows/politic-deli">OlasMedia.com</a>
Key Moments from this episode:
00:00:01 - Introduction to the Independent Voter Podcast 00:01:56 - The Ethic Behind the Independent Voter Project 00:06:24 - Merging Efforts for Reform 00:10:06 - Collaboration for Reform 00:14:32 - Embracing Courage and Resilience 00:15:31 - Introduction to IVP's Next Phase 00:18:17 - The Difficulty of Running as an Independent 00:23:45 - The Two-Party System and Its Impact 00:27:21 - IVP's Ethical Standards 00:30:09 - Advancing Nonpartisan Reforms 00:30:51 - Overwhelming Support for Getting Rid of Super PACs 00:31:54 - Belief in the Dream of Reform 00:32:27 - Optimism for Democracy 00:33:36 - Encouraging Engagement and Unity 00:35:53 - Conclusion and Thanks
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Tired of being told what to think by partisan gatekeepers? So are we.
The Independent Voter Podcast brings you conversations that challenge the two-party echo chamber and reject the false binaries dominating today’s political narratives. We focus on two things:
 (1) Election reforms that increase real competition and voter choice, and
 (2) Policy issues that defy the black-and-white frameworks set by national party agendas.

We’ve been called everything: liberals, undercover Republicans, progressives, socialists, libertarians—even anarchists. And depending on the article, they’re all true.
We are open to any voice that follows our simple etiquette. If you believe political independence is a mindset, not a middle ground, you’re in the right place.
This the Independent Voter Podcast..

Tired of being told what to think by partisan gatekeepers? So are we. The Independent Voter Podcast brings you conversations that challenge the two-party echo chamber and reject the false binaries dominating today&rsquo;s political narratives. We focus on two things: &nbsp;(1)&nbsp;Election reforms that increase real competition and voter choice, and &nbsp;(2)&nbsp;Policy issues that defy the black-and-white frameworks set by national party agendas.
We&rsquo;ve been called everything: liberals, undercover Republicans, progressives, socialists, libertarians&mdash;even anarchists. And depending on the article, they&rsquo;re all true. We are open to any voice that follows our simple etiquette. If you believe political independence is a mindset, not a middle ground, you&rsquo;re in the right place. This the Independent Voter Podcast..

Independent Voter Podcast

Tired of being told what to think by partisan gatekeepers? So are we.
The Independent Voter Podcast brings you conversations that challenge the two-party echo chamber and reject the false binaries dominating today’s political narratives. We focus on two things:
 (1) Election reforms that increase real competition and voter choice, and
 (2) Policy issues that defy the black-and-white frameworks set by national party agendas.

We’ve been called everything: liberals, undercover Republicans, progressives, socialists, libertarians—even anarchists. And depending on the article, they’re all true.
We are open to any voice that follows our simple etiquette. If you believe political independence is a mindset, not a middle ground, you’re in the right place.
This the Independent Voter Podcast.

Tired of being told what to think by partisan gatekeepers? So are we. The Independent Voter Podcast brings you conversations that challenge the two-party echo chamber and reject the false binaries dominating today&rsquo;s political narratives. We focus on two things: &nbsp;(1)&nbsp;Election reforms that increase real competition and voter choice, and &nbsp;(2)&nbsp;Policy issues that defy the black-and-white frameworks set by national party agendas.
We&rsquo;ve been called everything: liberals, undercover Republicans, progressives, socialists, libertarians&mdash;even anarchists. And depending on the article, they&rsquo;re all true. We are open to any voice that follows our simple etiquette. If you believe political independence is a mindset, not a middle ground, you&rsquo;re in the right place. This the Independent Voter Podcast.

A New Era for Independent Voters - EP4

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