<p>In this episode of New Frontiers, Paul Johnson sits down with Bob Robb and Henry Thompson to break down the growing political earthquake reshaping the United States — the rise of independent voters and the increasing demand for a viable third party. </p><p>With nearly one-third of voters now registered as unaffiliated, frustration with Democrats and Republicans is reaching historic highs. </p><p><strong>Topics Discussed in This Episode:</strong></p><p>- Why independent voters now outnumber party-loyalists in key states</p><p>- The legal battle over the Arizona Independent Party and why the establishment is threatened</p><p>- How gerrymandering is killing real representation</p><p>- Why MAGA Republicans and far-left Democrats are leaving moderates behind</p><p>- Whether America is heading toward populism, authoritarianism, or renewed democracy</p><p>- The case for smaller federal government &amp; more power to the states</p><p>- Can pragmatic, problem-solving politics still win?</p><p>- Why many believe Congress is broken — and how independents could fix it</p><p>This conversation exposes what both political parties don’t want voters to hear, including how independents could flip key districts, reshape Congress, and force genuine problem-solving back into American politics.</p>

The Optimistic American

Optimistic American

Is America Ready for a Third Party? The Truth Both Sides Fear

DEC 4, 202579 MIN
The Optimistic American

Is America Ready for a Third Party? The Truth Both Sides Fear

DEC 4, 202579 MIN

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<p>In this episode of New Frontiers, Paul Johnson sits down with Bob Robb and Henry Thompson to break down the growing political earthquake reshaping the United States — the rise of independent voters and the increasing demand for a viable third party. </p><p>With nearly one-third of voters now registered as unaffiliated, frustration with Democrats and Republicans is reaching historic highs. </p><p><strong>Topics Discussed in This Episode:</strong></p><p>- Why independent voters now outnumber party-loyalists in key states</p><p>- The legal battle over the Arizona Independent Party and why the establishment is threatened</p><p>- How gerrymandering is killing real representation</p><p>- Why MAGA Republicans and far-left Democrats are leaving moderates behind</p><p>- Whether America is heading toward populism, authoritarianism, or renewed democracy</p><p>- The case for smaller federal government &amp; more power to the states</p><p>- Can pragmatic, problem-solving politics still win?</p><p>- Why many believe Congress is broken — and how independents could fix it</p><p>This conversation exposes what both political parties don’t want voters to hear, including how independents could flip key districts, reshape Congress, and force genuine problem-solving back into American politics.</p>