Declaration of Independence from Partisan Politics

Declaration of Independence from Partisan Politics

There are times in the course of history when it is necessary for a group of individuals to divorce themselves from an inherently unjust political system, and today is such a time. For too long have unique ideas been crushed under the oppressive boot of partisan politics. It is our human right to participate in a system that acknowledges the vast variety of opinions held by those in the country in which it exists.

We believe that it is an inalienable human right to live in a nation in which the government accurately depicts the national political dialog. This right is intended to be secured by governments, but it has become all too clear that the current political system that dominates the government of the United States has become too powerful. It is therefore the duty of the people to reject such a system that champions only a fraction of the political spectrum. The history of the political systems of the United States is littered with discarded political parties, and those that currently dominate the political scene ought to join them. The current political system in the United States has stifled the growth of its political dialog. We submit the following facts to a candid world.

They have refused to take a third party seriously, leading to stalemates in Congress.
They have denied American citizens their right to change the governmental structure of our country by preventing other political parties from forming.

They direct billions of dollars in funding towards Democrats and Republicans, putting other parties at an economic disadvantage and severely hindering their chances of victory or influence in the American government.

They have prevented prominent political figures such as Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump from associating with other parties not named “Democratic” or “Republican,” as chances of victory decrease if associated with other parties.
They have prevented compromise from occurring, reducing progress and leaving major issues unresolved.
They have hindered American citizens from having choice during political elections.

They have prevented American citizens from forming opinions that diverge from the ideals of the Democratic and Republican parties.
They have promoted corruption, deadlock, and division in the American governmental system, as the Democratic and Republican parties are not regulated and cannot be held accountable by other political parties.

Our advocacy for more choices other than a mere two party system has been met with either utter neglect or bitter disdain. The freedom and independence of this nation are no longer prevalent in this obstinate political scene. The voices of the minority, which we uphold, are squelched to nonexistence. We are forced to conform to a system which is insufficient in addressing the pressing concerns of all individuals. We have appealed to legal institutions and pleaded for the empowerment of a separate political force, but our demands were not addressed in formal manner nor were they taken in serious consideration.

We, henceforth, rejecters of partisanship, declare our independence from the corrupt conventional political establishment. We hold our rights to form independent political decisions and are no longer bound to the laws and enforcements from the two-party political scene. Members of our following reserve the right to vote and form allegiances with other political groups. And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our right for political freedom.

Signed,

Jasneel Chaddha

Jack Clark

Writing I, Section Two (WRI-UF 101.023)