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In the late 1800s, which of the following did the People's Party believe would give the people more political power? the "Cross of Gold" speech.
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An independent or nonpartisan politician is a politician not affiliated with any political party. There are numerous reasons why someone may stand for office as an independent.
Some politicians have political views that do not align with the platforms of any political party, and therefore choose not to affiliate with them. Some independent politicians may be associated with a party, perhaps as former members of it, or else have views that align with it, but choose not to stand in its name, or are unable to do so because the party in question has selected another candidate. Others may belong to or support a political party at the national level but believe they should not formally represent it (and thus be subject to its policies) at another level.
In running for public office, independents sometimes choose to form a party or alliance with other independents, and may formally register their party or alliance. Even where the word "independent" is used, such alliances have much in common with a political party, especially if there is an organization which needs to approve the "independent" candidates.
The Indus River of course provided for a direct source of water in the region, which helped sustain life, but it also provided for wide-spread irrigation of the surrounding land, which made for very fertile soil and healthy crop growth. Another benefit to this region was the temperate climate.
