Why this publication exists
Its owner’s experience running as an unaffiliated candidate prompted questions about what independent means. This edition separates that explanation from the practical work of organizing an office. It does not claim a movement, membership, donations raised or election results.
Free official sources
- California Secretary of State: primary elections
- California Secretary of State: no party preference
- FEC: gaining ballot access
- FEC guides
Sources are starting points, not an ongoing verification service. Follow the authority for your office and location. Editorial review: November 12, 2026.
About the old site
The former database has been preserved privately. Its unverified template claims and historical draft have not been republished in this edition. New copy and the paid toolkit were written for this publication.
Questions and corrections
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