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Special Central Committee Meeting to Discuss/Vote on Merger with Forward Party of MN - Updated Constitution and Bylaws

We have been working with the Forward Party of Minnesota on a merger of our two parties. We share so many core values, have the same philosophy to political dialogue and compete for the same voters.  It only makes sense to at least explore a merger. Over the last 6 months we have done just that and have reached the point of voting on a merger. While we are largely using our Constitution and Bylaws there are several tweaks and changes.  This is the required online posting of the proposed amendments (new) Constitution and Bylaws.  You can view the proposed new Constitution here.  And, the Bylaws here.

We understand that you may have questions – we’re happy to answer them.  Email us at info@mnip.org.

Update:  Please read the amended version up for vote of the Constitution here and the Bylaws here.  These are very similar to the original postings (links listed above) but incorporated final negotiated revisions. Additionally, there is a Memorandum of Understanding and and a draft platform (also found in the MOU), tranisitional platform to be voted on as well.

The IP and Alliance Party "In the News"

Your Independence-Alliance, IP Candidates and National Party in the news:

Updated Transitional Platform pending merger with Forward Party of Minnesota

With a pending merger with the Forward Party of Minnesota, we have agreed to, and are publishing, an updated Platform to serve until the new entity (Forward Independence, upon approval) fleshes it out further.

This platform focuses on 8 key topic areas with statements of our philosophy these areas are:

  • Education
  • Free Markets
  • Tax and Investment
  • Preserving and Improving Democracy
  • Agriculture and Rural Communities
  • Public Safety
  • Energy and Natural Resources, and,
  • Families and Children

You can read the more detailed philosophy/positions here:
https://mnip.org/our-values/our-platform

 

Special State Central Committee Meeting - Saturday, July 26, 2025 with an 11am start

Join us on Saturday, July 26 for our a Special State Central Committee Meeting. We will be at the Ramsey County Library in Maplewood in Board Rooms A & B with business commencing at 11am.

We will be discussing and voting on a merger with the Forward Party of MN. This will entail updating our Constitution, Bylaws and more. See the proposed Constitution here. And, the Bylaws here.  They are largely based on our current versions but there are changes, tweaks and updates. We understand there may be questions and we’re happy to answer/explain. Contact info@mnip.org if you would like more information.

Update:  Please read the amended version up for vote of the Constitution here and the Bylaws here.  These are very similar to the original postings (links listed above) but incorporated final negotiated revisions.  Additionally, there is a Memorandum of Understanding and and a draft platform (also found in the MOU), tranisitional platform to be voted on as well.

 

It should take more than two to debate!

(Letter to Editor from CD 1 Chair, Tom Marpe)

Allowing debates with only the Republican and Democratic candidates does the electorate a disservice. There are many other political parties that are
options.

Debates are the only venue where you can hear from other candidates that do not revolve around money. The electorate does not hear the views and policies of other candidates because they don’t have the money for television advertising or large-scale mailings. For example, the Independence-Alliance Party has a candidate for Minnesota governor that has a new policy idea of “jury democracy,” but the electorate will never hear about it.

One way we can decrease the polarized electorate is to make sure that those alternative ideas be heard. My suggestion is that those groups who schedule the debates always require at least three parties to be represented.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming events of interest:

  • 2025 Special State Central Committee Meeting, Saturday, July 26, 2025, 11:00am start, Ramsey County Library, Maplewood, MN, Contact info@mnip.org for more information.
  • State Executive Committee Meeting, August contact us for the meeting link
  • State Fair, August 21 through September 1, Contact info@mnip.org to volunteer

Email: info@mnip.org for more information on any upcoming event.

A better way of running the people's businessOwn Your Future

ABOUT US

In 1992, a group of Minnesota citizens established a brand new political party—the Independence Party. These bold, visionary citizens were not part of the political elite, captains of industry, or members of the idle rich looking to fill some time. They were ordinary citizens whose disgust with constant budget deficits, big money special interest influence, and extreme ideological dominance forced them to action.

Nearly thirty years later those same frustrations have only grown worse.  Now aligned with a national force, the Independence-Alliance Party continues its work to solving the issues and giving Minnesotans a true voice.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Am I just wasting my vote if I go IP?

Our philosophy is that the only wasted vote is the one cast for something you don’t want. If you’re voting the “lesser of two evils” then you’re wasting your vote.  Vote your conscience and it’s never a wasted vote.

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