NYT
The Midterms Are the First Big Test for a New Movement
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The 2026 midterm elections will be the first electoral test for a political movement seeking an alternative to the two major parties, according to the article's premise. The specific candidates, ballot measures, or organizational structure of this movement are not detailed in the provided text. No verifiable facts, named individuals, vote counts, or concrete policy positions are included in the source material provided.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/23/opinion/independents-midterms-democrats.html