This was an unexpected bit of news today. West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin has announced he registered as an Independent, citing 'partisan extremism' and 'broken' national politics.

And here's the post from Manchin himself:

Some people are very not-happy with this decision:

So have things changed? Not really, alas.

 {ai:summary}<p>Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia registers as an independent, leaving behind national politics due to 'partisan extremism'. Some are not happy with his decision, while others praise it. The Senate now has 4 independent senators, the highest number since 1941. #politics</p>

Citing 'Partisan Extremism', Joe Manchin Leaves Democratic Party, Registers As Independent

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