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Forward is Fighting for the Voice of Voters!

The Polelle v. Florida case before the Supreme Court challenges whether states can bar independents from voting in primaries unless they register with a major party. The Forward Party is proud to stand alongside the Florida Forward Party, Open Primaries, the Independent Voter Project, and so many others in supporting the petition with this amicus brief  because it goes to the heart of what Forward stands for: fair representation and a voice for every voter. 

The Forward Party is fighting for a system where the rules are fair, leaders answer to all their voters (not just party insiders), and primaries don’t reward the extremes.  Partisan gerrymandering and closed primaries are two of the main tools the major parties use to protect their turf. By drawing districts to lock in safe seats and shutting independents out of primaries, they silence the majority of U.S. voters and tighten their grip on power.

The Supreme Court’s decision in Polelle v. Florida could reshape the rules of our democracy and determine whether millions of independents are allowed full participation in elections. For the 40% of Americans who identify as independents, the stakes are huge. In Florida, where many districts are effectively decided in primaries, this exclusion forces voters to affiliate or be shut out of the process entirely. Closed primaries turn millions of citizens into second-class participants in elections they fund, silencing voices outside the duopoly.

We exist to fix what’s broken in our politics, including closed primaries and partisan gerrymandering. Our candidates pledge to fight to strengthen democracy and elevate the voters’ voice. Make no mistake - no matter how it couches the decision, the Supreme Court is deciding whether you get a say in your elected officials. With gerrymandering and closed primaries, it's party leadership who currently gets to decide on our representatives.

Maps shouldn't pick winners. Voters should. | Fox 5

Forward Party Communications Director John Goodwin joins FOX5 to break down how gerrymandering in Texas and California warps representation and why independent redistricting commissions lead to fairer maps that put voters first.

Forward Party's Andrew Yang joins Bloomberg TV | Bloomberg

Andrew Yang discusses the opportunities for third parties, the New York City mayoral race, and the federal government shutdown.

October 14 | Women's Committee Strategy Session w/ FWD Political Director Kayla Berube

For our highly anticipated October meeting, we are thrilled to host Kayla Berube, Forward Party Political Director. Kayla will offer invaluable insights into current trends and progress in the political direction of the FWD Party for this general election plus 2026. For more information and to RSVP, click here. 

October 16 | Cafecito Series: Conversations with FWD Hispanic & Latino Leaders

Join the Hispanic & Latino Committee & Young Forwardists for an engaging conversation with Forward Party endorsed candidates as they share their journeys into public service and the impact they hope to make in their communities. This event highlights the leadership, priorities, and innovative solutions these candidates bring to local challenges. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from candidates committed to building stronger communities and driving meaningful change. For more information and to RSVP, click here. 

October 16 | The Forward Party – A Case Professorship Conversation (In Person Only)

Rutgers University Eagleton Institute of Politics hosts founders and leaders of The Forward Party—including Kerry Healey, Christine Todd Whitman, and Andrew Yang—in discussion of their public service careers, democratic values, and efforts to reimagine political discourse through a bipartisan lens. Click here for more information.

October 17 | Open Primaries Primary Buzz Virtual Discussion

Open Primaries President John Opdycke will bring together some of the attorneys leading the charge and building a litigation platform and strategy for the reform movement. They’ll discuss the role of litigation in changing politics and how getting into court could transform the primary reform movement. Special guest, Michael Polelle, the initiator of the Florida lawsuit. Register here.

Republicans could draw 19 more House seats after an upcoming Surpeme Court Ruling | Politico

A new CNN poll takes a deeper look into who political independents are finds the notion of a classic swing voter is a thing of the past.

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