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party disillusionment

Joe Manchin Launches New Independent Campaign

July 24, 2026

Manchin, now 78, is stepping back into politics after a break. He has started the Independent Leadership Council to help people run as independents across America. The council’s goal is not to form a new party. Instead it wants candidates who can vote with Democrats or Republicans when it m

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New Jersey Mayor Swaps Party Loyalty for Tax Relief

October 21, 2025

In a surprising move, Dover's Mayor James P. Dodd, a Democrat, has decided to back Republican Jack Ciattarelli for New Jersey's governor. His main reason? Frustration with high taxes and the state's tough business environment. Running a small business with 10 employees, Dodd knows the struggles of