Gallup believes it has detected a significant increase in the number of people who label themselves “Independents”. Typically the number of people claiming no party affiliation rises during non-election years, then falls as elections approach. According to Gallup, their non-election year polling indicates the number of people claiming Independent status may be rising to higher levels in each cycle.

Of course, as I have pointed out before, polling has its limitations and disclaimers are always necessary. Here’s the necessary disclaimer in Gallup’s own words:

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In addition to sampling error, question wording and practical difficulties in conducting surveys can introduce error or bias into the findings of public opinion polls.