Independent minded voters

With all due respect, John. Where did you ever get the perception that voters who do not declare have some hidden agenda and malevolent purpose? If you're happy with the way the two party system has worked for us recently, then by all means remain a part of it. Personally, I feel very strongly about not labelling or limiting myself and remaining open to ideas and issues. My right to vote should not be connected in any way to whether or not I ascribe fully to the tenets of a political party, particularly when our two parties have become increasingly stuck, homogenous, exclusive, controlled and controlling. We need a wealth of ideas and independent minded public servants to solve the real problems, address the real needs, and speak to the concerns of the broader population. It's not working right now. We have us vs. them all around us, and nothing gets done when it's all about finger pointing, divisiveness, and gridlock.

Embrace the diversity of the voting population. This upswell of independent minded voters marks a needed change in a mindset. It's time for fundamental change in the way we do business in Washington currently. I am hopeful that all of the grassroots excitement and participation we have seen, of which the independent movement is a part, will not wane after primary time or the general election. We need a majority of the people to remain informed, involved, and engaged by our public servants who have a responsibility to represent the many not the few.