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Earlier this year, Louisiana legislators voted to stop the state's open primaries that have been in place for more than 50 years, replacing it with a closed primary system. Only 15% of voters are in support of the change <[link removed]>, while more than 60% actively want to keep their open primary options.
In Connecticut, a state law was passed decades ago to allow for open primaries so that the state's independent voters could practice their constitutional right to vote. Unfortunately, the state left it to the legacy parties to implement this change and, of course, neither party has decided to allow independents to vote <[link removed]>.
It seems increasingly that both legacy parties would rather shut voters out than change their policies to address issues that Americans care about. There is nothing more central to our democracy than our right to vote, and we here at Forward believe Americans deserve a Party that works to earn their votes rather than shutting out anyone who won't support their increasingly narrow vision for this country.
So please spread the word—Forward is the party where the voice of the voter matters.
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Krist Novoselic, Bassist For Nirvana And Forward Board Member, Sits Down With Andrew Yang To Talk Better Elections <[link removed]>| Independent Voter Network
Andrew Yang, Forward Party co-founder, and Krist Novoselic, Nirvana co-founder, sit down on Andrew’s podcast to discuss all things independent politics and election reform. Krist is an avid reformer and well-known political figure in Seattle, and this year he joined Forward Party’s board to help drive the party and fix our democracy.
North Carolina Forward Party Driving Towards State Party Approval <[link removed]>| Queen City News
The NC Forward party is doing big things! In a state where the most common political party is “none of the above,” there’s lots of opportunity for Forward to make a difference at the local level. That’s just what Pat Newton, NC Forward chairman, is focused on.
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March 27 | Minnesota CD8 Forward Party Meeting
The Minnesota Forward Party is holding a meeting for all its members in CD8 on google meets. Hop on the line and hear all about the plans for April to grow the party in the state, along with how you can contribute. Register → <[link removed]>
March 28 | Greater Cleveland Forward Meet & Greet
The Forwardists of greater Cleveland are meeting at 16-Bit Bar and Arcade in Cleveland—and you’re invited! Join for fun games, drinks, and all things Forward with other members of the OH state party. Register → <[link removed]>
March 31 | Cincinnati Area Forward Organizing Call
Join fellow Cincinnati area Forwardists for their April planning and organizing call. It’s being held on the last day of March—a perfect time to lay the plans for April and tackle the spring head on. Join to hear how you can help. Register → <[link removed]>
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House Delegation Unveils Updated Fair Representation Act to Reform Congressional Elections <[link removed]> | Representative Don Beyer
Would Instant Runoffs Improve Election Process In NC? (Hint: yes) <[link removed]> | Carolina Public Press
Open Primaries Initiative Exceeds State Requirement With 70,000+ Signatures <[link removed]> | The Sandpoint Reader
New Statewide Poll Shows Minimal Voter Appetite For Changing To A Closed Primary <[link removed]> | Louisiana Radio Network
Why Can't Independents Vote In Connecticut's Primaries? <[link removed]> | Fox 61
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