On the recordJuly 27, 2026
The pledge is simply this: that you remain independent and not be part of the Democrat or Republican system.
The pledge is simply this: that you remain independent and not be part of the Democrat or Republican system.
Describing the 'Declaration of Independents' signed by candidates.
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