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Two NC Lawmakers Exit Democrats to Become Independents After Primary Losses
politics28 days ago

Two NC Lawmakers Exit Democrats to Become Independents After Primary Losses

Two Mecklenburg County state representatives, Carla Cunningham and Nasif Majeed, announced they are leaving the Democratic Party to become unaffiliated after losing Democratic primary challenges to candidates who criticized their occasional votes with Republicans on vetoes. Cunningham cited hostility toward her and a desire to serve constituents rather than adhere to party politics; Majeed echoed a similar sentiment and said he would work with both parties. Their departures come as Republicans hold a supermajority and as a recent trend of Mecklenburg Democrats leaving the party continues, including a 2023 switch by Tricia Cotham.

via WRAL|
#democrats#independents#north-carolina
Poll finds Trump’s economic appeal fading as public gloom grows
politics1 month ago

Poll finds Trump’s economic appeal fading as public gloom grows

An AP-NORC poll conducted April 16–20 shows about 75% of Americans describe the U.S. economy as poor, and Trump’s approval on the economy has fallen among independents and Republicans—only about 20% of independents and roughly 62% of Republicans view his handling positively, down from March. Immigration remains a relative bright spot, and Biden’s approval sits near his 2022 low, signaling waning momentum for Trump’s economic message even as overall partisan polarization remains high.

via AP News|
#approval#economy#independents
Vietnam vote cements near-total control as 93% of candidates are Communist Party members
world2 months ago

Vietnam vote cements near-total control as 93% of candidates are Communist Party members

Vietnam is voting for the National Assembly, with 864 candidates of whom about 93% are Communist Party members and 7.5% independents. The ruling party dominates the 500-seat parliament (and holds about 97% of seats overall). Over 73 million voters are electing National Assembly members and local representatives, with results due March 23 and an early-April opening session to approve top leaders such as the president and prime minister. While many citizens hope for modernization, some express skepticism that the election will alter daily life in this one-party state.

via Al Jazeera|
#communist-party#elections#independents
politics2 months ago

Indie Senate bids test Democrats as red states fear vote-splitting

In deep-red Montana, Nebraska, Idaho and South Dakota, liberal independents have filed Senate bids, but local Democrats won’t back non-Democrats, risking vote-splitting that could hand the GOP a larger majority; the dynamics echo Nebraska’s 2024 Osborn run, while Montana’s Bodnar faces a party pledge to back only Democrats, leaving independents to contend with fractured fields and intensified intra-party tension.

via Politico|
#democrats#independents#politics
politics3 months ago

Polls Signal Trump Support Fading as State of the Union Approaches

New polls released ahead of Trump’s State of the Union show his national job approval around 39% with notable disapproval (about 47% strongly). Independents are drifting away (CNN: 26% approve), while Republicans’ backing remains but has softened (CNN: 82% approve, down 8 points; WaPo: 48% strongly approve, down from 63%). Voters disapprove of immigration (58%), economy (57%), inflation (65%), and tariffs (64%), and only 38% say the country is moving in the right direction. Democrats and independents largely say the nation is worse off than a year ago, signaling broad concern as the address nears.

via Politico|
#approval-rating#donald-trump#independents
Why Simple, Timeless Watches Are Winning in 2026
business4 months ago

Why Simple, Timeless Watches Are Winning in 2026

Tariffs aren’t the main issue anymore; 2025 closed strongly and Rostovsky expects a resilient 2026. The market is shifting toward classic, simple, well-finished watches and neo-vintage designs, with independents driving innovation (now including Daniel Roth). Currency shifts are lifting US prices and eroding pricing parity, but collectors remain active and local buying grows, signaling continued demand for understated luxury.

via Robb Report|
#business#daniel-roth#independents
CNN poll shows Democrats fired up for midterms despite low leader approval
politics4 months ago

CNN poll shows Democrats fired up for midterms despite low leader approval

A CNN poll conducted by SSRS finds Democrats have a deeply motivated base and hold a five-point edge on the national generic congressional ballot, widening to about a 16-point edge among the most motivated voters. Yet approval of congressional Democratic leaders sits at 28% (Republicans at 35%), with a large share of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents saying Democrats have done too little to oppose Trump and have been ineffective against GOP policies. Independents broadly disapprove of both parties’ leaders (around 75%). Despite the tepid mood about leadership, many voters still favor Democrats on the generic ballot, and Republicans remain competitive in some districts. The poll surveyed 1,209 adults (968 registered voters) from Jan. 9–12, with a margin of sampling error of ±3.1 percentage points (±3.5 for registered voters).

via CNN|
#democrats#generic-ballot#independents
Record-High 45% of Americans Identify as Independents, Reshaping U.S. Politics
politics4 months ago

Record-High 45% of Americans Identify as Independents, Reshaping U.S. Politics

Gallup's 2025 poll shows a record 45% of U.S. adults identify as independents, with Democrats and Republicans at 27% each; among independents, 20% lean Democratic, 15% lean Republican, and 10% non-leaners, yielding a 47% Dem-leaning vs 42% Republican-leaning average when leaners are included. Conservative identification (35%) still edges liberal (28%), but the gap is the smallest since 1992 and moderates are 33%. The rise in independents is driven by younger generations—Gen Z (56%) and millennials—reshaping the political landscape, while overall party favorability remains weak for both parties.

via Gallup News|
#demographics#gallup-poll#generation-z
"Trump's Guilty Verdict Shakes Voter Opinions, Biden Escalates Criticism"
politics2 years ago

"Trump's Guilty Verdict Shakes Voter Opinions, Biden Escalates Criticism"

Recent polls indicate that a majority of independent voters believe former President Donald Trump should drop out of the 2024 presidential race following his conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records in a New York criminal hush money case. While 49% of Americans overall want Trump to end his campaign, 52% of independents and 67% of voters opposed to both Trump and President Joe Biden share this sentiment. Despite this, a significant portion of Republican voters remain supportive of Trump, with many viewing the conviction as politically motivated.

via Forbes|
#2024-election#conviction#independents
"Polls and Donors React to Trump's Legal Troubles Ahead of 2024"
politics2 years ago

"Polls and Donors React to Trump's Legal Troubles Ahead of 2024"

A recent ABC News/Ipsos poll reveals that a majority of independents and "double haters" believe former President Donald Trump should end his 2024 presidential campaign following his conviction on 34 counts in a hush-money trial. Specifically, 52% of independents and 67% of "double haters" think Trump should drop out, which could significantly impact the upcoming election. The poll also shows that 72% of Republicans still view Trump favorably, while no "double haters" have a favorable view of either Trump or President Joe Biden.

via ABC News|
#2024-election#biden#independents
"Polls Show Mixed Reactions to Trump's Conviction and Fairness of Trial"
politics2 years ago

"Polls Show Mixed Reactions to Trump's Conviction and Fairness of Trial"

A CBS News/YouGov poll reveals that 54% of independents believe former President Trump received a fair trial in his New York hush money criminal case, with 56% agreeing the jury reached the right verdict. The poll highlights a significant partisan divide, with most Democrats supporting the trial's fairness and verdict, while the majority of Republicans view it as unfair and politically motivated.

via The Hill|
#fair-trial#independents#politics
"Nikki Haley's Super Tuesday Performance and Future in the GOP"
politics2 years ago

"Nikki Haley's Super Tuesday Performance and Future in the GOP"

Nikki Haley's support in the Republican primaries has been boosted by her appeal to independents, moderates, and women, with a quarter to a third of the vote in early contests. She holds an advantage over Donald Trump in a potential general election match-up with Joe Biden, particularly among independents and women. A CBS News/YouGov survey indicates that some voters who would choose Haley in a Biden-Haley match-up would defect to Biden if Trump is the nominee, with most being independents and women dissatisfied with both major parties. Despite this, Trump continues to have a strong hold on the Republican Party, with the majority of Republican registered voters emphasizing the importance of loyalty to him.

via CBS News|
#donald-trump#independents#nikki-haley
"Imran Khan Supporters Lead Amid Election Rigging Protests in Pakistan"
politics2 years ago

"Imran Khan Supporters Lead Amid Election Rigging Protests in Pakistan"

Independents backed by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan lead in the final poll count in Pakistan's national election, with 93 of 264 seats, while the party of another former prime minister, Nawaz Sharif, secured 75 seats. With no clear majority, coalition talks are underway to form a government, raising uncertainty. The delay in releasing the results has sparked concerns, and Khan's supporters faced challenges due to a ban on contesting under his party's symbol and his imprisonment.

via Reuters|
#coalition#election#imran-khan