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What does priority pay down of the national debt mean?
It's a core value that created this party. It means that because of national, economic, and citizen security we advocate directing all fiscal gains by government to the debt first. Budget cuts shall be used to pay down debt first, not used for tax cuts first like the Republicans often want. Tax increases shall be used to pay down the debt first, not used for increased spending first like the Democrats want.This is a belief that sets us apart. A belief that stewardship to the future matters more than short term political gain. Neither the Democrats nor Republicans believe in that with regard to debt.
Please click on the US Debt Clock below to see how bad their political misdeeds are getting.
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If You Can Stomach It, Read the Health Care Bills Here!
Posted Friday, 19 March 2010 by Brian Faas
What are people talking about this weekend? March Madness? Well yes, there's the opening round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, the WCHA Hockey Tournament at the X, the various Minnesota high school sports tournaments, and a once-in-a-generation event of political gymnastics in Washington D.C. Continue reading
Gov candidates on Almanac
Posted Sunday, 14 March 2010 by Brian Faas
Tom Horner and Rob Hahn, the two top vote-getters in the IP Straw Poll for Governor, joined Eric and Cathy on the Almanac couch this week. Watch this segment on the TPT website (scroll down the list, then click on Independence Party Candidates for Gov). 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
6 Bold Ideas from Caucus...what do you think?
Posted Saturday, 27 February 2010 by Peter Tharaldson
Give us your opinion on six bold ideas from caucus that represent Indepedent honesty in looking at tough problems. CLICK HERE TO VOICE YOUR OPINION Continue reading
Former Independents are coming back! Won't you too?
Posted Wednesday, 24 February 2010 by Buzz
Dear Former Independence Party Members, Continue reading
Admiral Stockdale's equation on elections and good governance.
Posted Sunday, 21 February 2010 by Peter Tharaldson Comments (1)
Occasionally it is good practice to reflect on the roots of the Independence movement, especially when one gets angry or upset about obstacles that are presented. One such figure is Admiral Stockdale, Ross Perot’s running mate, who has been mistakenly judged on his 1992 debate performance. Even as late as 1999 he expressed disappointment about not being prepped by the campaign for the debate. Frankly he was not treated well. Continue reading
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District 2
Learn more about the Independence Party in the 2nd Congressional District!
The primary focus of District 2 is to bring Minnesota politics back to pressing issues, including health care, education, transportation, environmental preservation and economic factors, such as dependency on foreign oil.
We stand for government and political leadership that serves the highest long-term interests of our state and oppose partisan politics based solely on self-interest, extremism, or special interests.
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.
- Shop the Independence party online store.
- Sign up for email alerts from about events, issues and elections
Participate in Congressional District (CD) Conventions!
Be heard! Make an impact! The CD conventions will be held from late March thru late April. Check the IP Calendar to find yours. These meetings are the next step in the process to:
- Select candidates for the 2010 elections.
- Shape the IP party platform.
- Become an election judge.
- Elect additional delegates and alternates to the IP State Convention on May 8th.
News Headlines
Jack Uldrich, IPMN party chair, responds to criticism that IRV doesn't work.
Tom Horner received 50% of the votes in caucus straw poll.
Evan Bayh predicts third-party win for presidency.
Huffington Post: Independents, major parities and Washington's magic show.
IP welcomes Steven Wilson to challenge Walz in the 1st.
Rob Hahn calls for expansion of gambling.
Tim Penny on IRV in Star Tribune
IP caucus in Crystal had passion.
IP attracts old and new in Richfield. More positive caucus coverage.
