Fill out a voter registration form; in Box 7 - Choice of Party, instructions read: "If you do not want to register with a party, write "no party" or leave the box blank. Do not write in the word "independent" if you mean "no party," because this might be confused with the name of a political party in your State."
So, writing "no party," "decline to state" (in California), or leaving blank makes you an "independent," without registering you with, say, the American Independent Party.
Deciding to register as an independent voter depends on your political beliefs and preferences. Independent voters are not affiliated with any political party and can vote for candidates from any party. Consider your values and the candidates you support before making a decision.
a person who has registered to vote but has not joined a party is called an independent voter.
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A person who votes in the presidential election but does not vote for a congressional candidate in the same election is known as an independent voter. Another name for an independent voter is unaffiliated voter.
Registering as an independent voter allows individuals to vote for candidates from any political party, rather than being limited to one party. This can provide a broader perspective on political issues and candidates, and allows for more flexibility in choosing who to support. Additionally, being an independent voter can help promote a sense of nonpartisanship and encourage politicians to focus on policies that benefit all citizens, rather than just those from a specific party.
A voter who has signed up with the election board
by filling out a ballot
The Motor-Voter Act (properly known as the National Voter Registration Act) was passed to help voter turn-out. It makes it convenient to register by requiring all states to allow people who apply for a license to also register to vote, whether they conduct business in person or by mail.
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An independent
I'm a independent man.