
Independent candidates
Independent candidates are individuals seeking political office who are not affiliated with any political party. They run on their personal qualifications, beliefs, and policies rather than following a party platform. This allows voters to consider them based solely on their individual merits and positions, without party influence. Independent candidates can appeal to voters seeking alternatives to traditional party candidates, and they often emphasize issues like independence from party agendas or a focus on local concerns. Their success depends on their popularity, campaign efforts, and resonance with voters’ needs and values.