OUR PLATFORM
The IP rejects the extremes of the far-left and far-right. We believe that protecting and preserving Freedom for all citizens, supporting Families and Children, and ensuring Free Markets with limited regulatory burdens are the foundations for personal liberty, economic growth and prosperity.
With discussions underway to merge with the Forward Party of Minnesota – altering the new entity’s name to: Forward Independence we have agreed on the following as the interim platform. It is made up of 8 statements/topic areas. As always, we do NOT expect full agreement with the platform by members or candidates. Part of our DNA makeup is being open to discussion and listening. This philosophy leaves room for our members to have open and respectful discussions on issues with other members and members of other parties. The same holds true for our candidates – providing them the freedom to represent themselves and their constituency. We believe this allows us to balance “organizing” as a party while still putting people first!
Free Markets
We support a fair, yet proportional, tax system and strive to relieve fiscal pressures on families and small businesses in order to foster an environment conducive to economic vitality.
Families and Children
Acknowledging the essential role of families, we advocate for strong support systems that empower parents and promote the thriving of children.
Education
We are committed to public education as a driver of freedom and economic advancement. We support enhancements that strengthen community ties and promote equality.
Tax and Investment
Our fiscal policy emphasizes transparency and efficiency, ensuring government spending effectively promotes the welfare of the populace, not only corporations.
Agriculture and Rural Communities
We champion policies that support Greater Minnesota; our agricultural sector, our outdoor recreation sector, and all rural communities as a key to our state’s diverse economy.
Preserving and Improving Democracy
We are dedicated to maintaining the integrity of our electoral processes, which are the basis of our democracy. We support democratic reforms such as ranked-choice voting (RCV), “Top Five” open primaries (or a similar reform), proportional representation, independent redistricting commissions, and the ending of corporate donations in politics.
Public Safety
We advocate for comprehensive, yet empathetic, safety measures, asserting that true freedom includes the security of one’s community and property.
Energy and Natural Resources
We advocate for the responsible and sustainable utilization of any natural resources, crucial for both economic growth and environmental stewardship.