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Gallup Poll Finds Only Republicans Don’t Want a Third Party

According to a new Gallup poll, most Democrats and Independents want a third major political party in the United States. But only 38% of Republicans do.

by Eric Zuesse

Jill Stein Blasts ‘Attack-Dog’ Media, Clinton Protectionists After Daily Beast Smear

The Green Party presidential candidate questioned the lack of ‘disclosure on the conflict of interest posed by Chelsea Clinton’s position as a director of the corporate owner of the Daily Beast, IAC’ after The Daily Beast published an article criticizing Stein’s investments.

Jill Stein Blasts ‘Attack-Dog’ Media, Clinton Protectionists After Daily Beast Smear

AUSTIN, Texas --- Green Party presidential candidate Dr. Jill Stein accused The Daily Beast, a popular news and opinion website, of hiding its ties to the Clintons after publishing an attack on Stein’s investment portfolio on Wednesday. “

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Kit O'Connell

Kit O'Connell

A gonzo journalist from Austin, Texas and Staff Writer for MintPress News, Kit O'Connell's writing has also appeared at Truthout, the Texas Observer, and The Establishment.

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Your Vote For Jill Stein Is Not A Wasted Vote

“There are differences between the two candidates and the parties. But those differences aren’t enough to save your job.”

Your Vote For Jill Stein Is Not A Wasted Vote

Published in partnership with Shadowproof. W hen Jill Stein ran as the Green Party’s presidential nominee in 2012, media attention to her candidacy was rare. Now, with two of the most unpopular presidential candidates in history, she has received widespread attention. There seems to be record interest in

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Kevin Gosztola

Kevin Gosztola

Kevin Gosztola is managing editor of Shadowproof Press. He also produces and co-hosts the weekly podcast, "Unauthorized Disclosure."

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Commission On Presidential Debates Shuts Out 2016 Third Party Candidates

There is clearly an unprecedented desire for alternatives to the Republican and Democratic nominees, and voters deserve an opportunity to see and hear that there are, in fact, other credible, serious choices.”

Commission On Presidential Debates Shuts Out 2016 Third Party Candidates

The U.S. Commission on Presidential Debates on Monday released the polls it will use to determine which candidates will take to the stage in September for their first presidential debate—and shut out third-party candidates in the process. The Hill

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‘Don’t Write Your Congressman’: Green Party Candidates On Third-Party Movement Building

Green Party candidates emphasized the need to support diverse movements from Black Lives Matter to the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions movement as a way to build support for third party alternatives.

‘Don’t Write Your Congressman’: Green Party Candidates On Third-Party Movement Building

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-3-UHXX1m4 HOUSTON --- Record-breaking dissatisfaction with the presidential candidates nominated by the two major political parties is leading to a new push for alternatives on the ballot. However, building a third-party alternative to the Republican and Democratic parties won’t happen overnight. “This

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Kit O'Connell

Kit O'Connell

A gonzo journalist from Austin, Texas and Staff Writer for MintPress News, Kit O'Connell's writing has also appeared at Truthout, the Texas Observer, and The Establishment.

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Judge Rejects Third-Party Bid to Share Stage

Federal judge said lack of popular support drives scant media coverage, but what about the reverse?

Judge Rejects Third-Party Bid to Share Stage

A federal judge on Friday dismissed a lawsuit by the Green and Libertarian parties seeking a space on the debate stage alongside the Democrat/Republican "duopoly." The complaint,

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Third-Party Candidates Challenge Democrats On Trans-Pacific Partnership Support

‘To commit to something that will affect our grandchildren’s grandchildren is ludicrous,’ warned one independent candidate for Congress.

Third-Party Candidates Challenge Democrats On Trans-Pacific Partnership Support

https://youtu.be/-oGgwhv-vhk PHILADELPHIA --- The day after delegates inside the Democratic National Convention formally endorsed Hillary Clinton, activists gathered outside the convention site to express their opposition to a controversial trade deal that could be ratified later this year. On Wednesday, about 150 people gathered under

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Kit O'Connell

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A gonzo journalist from Austin, Texas and Staff Writer for MintPress News, Kit O'Connell's writing has also appeared at Truthout, the Texas Observer, and The Establishment.

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