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Independents Now Outnumber Both Major US Parties

Original: He's not wrong. Independents are the majority (45%) that gets shouted down by both Republicans (27%) and Democrats (27%)

Commentators are pointing to figures suggesting that independents make up 45% of American voters, outnumbering Republicans and Democrats, who each sit at 27%. The argument is that the largest group of voters is drowned out by the two major parties and their stronger organisational voices. Observers caution the exact numbers may vary, but note independents do not share a single position on issues.

Why now: Ongoing frustration with the two-party system and rising independent voter registration keeps this a recurring talking point.

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• He's not wrong. Independents are the majority (45%) that gets shouted down by both Republicans (27%) and Democrats (27%). Stats could be off, I expect. I ain't saying it is better, or that all independents agree on everything. But independents don't compromise on issues they… · knowprose · 1

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