Suppose a candidate for president has historically identified as an independent and has values that align more closely with a democratic-socialist agenda. What would be the best way for this candidate to run for president?

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Running as a Democrat would give the candidate access to established party resources, such as fundraising and trained staff, that would be difficult to obtain as an independent or in a new party. Additionally, running as a Democrat would give the candidate the opportunity to influence the party's platform and bring attention to their values within a larger political structure. Shifting their values to a major party or starting a new party may compromise the candidate's integrity and authenticity, while running as an independent would make it difficult to gain significant support in a two-party political system.

Suppose a Candidate for President Has Historically Identified as an Independent