INDIANAPOLIS — Independent candidates are gaining ground across Indiana, according to a new analysis by Independent Indiana.

Nathan Gotsch, executive director of Independent Indiana, said the group was formed to highlight the success of candidates outside the major parties. “We wanted people to know that independents are not only running, they’re winning,” Gotsch told All Indiana Politics.

The group’s review of the last two general elections found nearly 250 independent candidates on local ballots, with 52% winning their races. By comparison, Republicans won 61% of races and Democrats 35%.

Gotsch said the data challenges the idea that independents have little chance of success. “When you look at the actual numbers, it’s not that surprising,” he said, citing a report by the Independent V

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