Independence Party of Minnesota

Filing Period in SD 59 Special was hasty and illegal

by Mark Jenkins

We Oppose the Proposed Minnesota Constitutional Amendment to Ban Same-Sex Marriage

by Mark Jenkins

Three new legislative Districts organized in CD8

by Don Waller

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January 22, 2012 – February 4, 2012

Thursday, January 26th: Minnesotans United fundraiser at Orchestra Hall

Friday, January 27th: Sunshine and Showers: A Nonprofit Forecast for 2012

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The Independence Party of Minnesota is giving Minnesotans THREE ways to caucus with the IP this year.

Posted Monday, 26 December 2011 by Independence Party

1) The BEST way to caucus is live and in-person with your friends and neighbors. The Independence Party has more than 45 caucus locations planned throughout the State. Check the interactive map below or the Minnesota Secretary of State's Caucus Finder. Continue reading

GUEST OPINION: 'No' to VoterID

Posted Wednesday, 30 November 2011 by Kathy Bonnifield and Carolyn Jackson

On May 26, 2011, Governor Dayton vetoed a bill that would have required Minnesota voters to present only one of three IDs to vote — a valid State driver’s license, a valid State ID card, or a Minnesota Voter ID. Had this passed other IDs — such as a student ID, Military ID, or U.S. passport — would not be considered appropriate identification to vote. The impact of this legislation would have been felt by a number of populations — including many of the people who register to vote on Election Day. Continue reading

...here's the operative quote: 'When underdogs choose not to play by Goliath's rules, they win.'

Jack Uldrich in "How the IP Can Win" Join the discussion

Pledge to Vote No

Posted Tuesday, 20 December 2011 by Dean Barkley Comments (1)

Submit your Minnesota Firsts!

Posted Wednesday, 30 November 2011 by Matt Lewis

Do you want a voice in the issues facing your community? Volunteer

Posted Friday, 11 November 2011 by Mark Jenkins

All too often, people believe that the only active role they can have in their government is in the voting booth or in elected office. This is not true. The fact is that you do not have to be elected to have an important voice in the discussions and decisions that take place in our cities, counties and state every day. Continue reading

Get Involved with the IP!

There are so many ways to become involved, informed and connected!

Excercise your right to vote. We have resources to assist you with voter registration, finding your polling place and serving as an election judge.
Volunteer your time or services to support the Independence Party.
Contribute to the Independence Party. It's easy to make a secure contribution online.
Sign up for email alerts about events, issues and elections.
Learn about the IP party platform, and how you can add your own ideas.
Find your local party organization and make some new friends!
Check the IP calendar for upcoming events.