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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
...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
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
Reality hits StarTribune columnist: there is absolutely no room for moderates in the two big parties
Posted Tuesday, 16 February 2010 by Peter Tharaldson Comments (1)
That's it folks, it is now official. There is no room for moderates in either of the big two parties. If Arne Carlson's rebuke by the conservative Republicans wasn't enough, we then got DFL State Senator Matt Entenza's targeting of State Representative Jim Rhodes with PAC money (which the conservatives were happy about). Today, Senator Evan Bayh left politics because he did not think he had any ability to get things done as a centrist in a partisan-ridden town. Continue reading
Before you Caucus: Research your candidate for Governor
Posted Tuesday, 02 February 2010 by Buzz Comments (1)
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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!- Participate in the February 2nd Caucuses!
- Attend a caucus in your neighborhood!
- Attend the caucus online!
- Read the Caucus FAQ's
- Serve as a volunteer during Caucus week!
- 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 the February 2nd Caucuses!
Be heard! Make an impact! The IP caucuses on February 2nd at 7pm. These local meetings are held in classrooms, coffee shops, community centers and churches across Minnesota. These meetings are the beginning of the process to:
* Select candidates for the 2010 elections
* Shape the IP party platform
* Sign up to be an election judge
* Elect delegates and alternates to the Independence Party State Convention this May.
Caucuses are open to the public. In order to participate or vote at a precinct caucus attendees must:
News Headlines
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.
