Many people who consider themselves “Independent” don’t realize that Independent means No Party Preference, or not affiliated with any party. You cannot register as an Independent, Independent is not a party. Instead you choose “No Party/None, I do not want to choose a political party preference.”
“Have you ever glanced at your voter registration and wondered, “What exactly does ‘American Independent’ mean?” If you answered yes—or if you’re not sure how you’re registered—this article is for you. Many Americans may be surprised to discover they’re listed as members of the American Independent Party (AIP), often mistaking it for a generic term signifying political independence. But the AIP has a distinct, and at times controversial, history that’s worth understanding before your next trip to the polls. “ This article by Roberta MacIntyre in Substack describes the American Independent Party and it’s history.
Read the full article: Are You Registered as American Independent? Do You Know What That Is?