I grew up in a home with a Republican Father, a Democrat Mother, and as a result, a strongly willed family with opposing viewpoints. I never knew who to vote for, why voting was so important, or how to decide what mattered most. Today, it seems that Millennials and Gen Z are facing similar dilemmas as they walk away from political parties and choose independence instead.

Recent analysis shows that a majority of Millennials and Gen Z now identify as political independents, signaling a significant shift away from traditional party affiliation. Many younger voters express frustration with polarization, distrust of political institutions, and a belief that neither major party fully represents their values or concerns. This trend reflects broader cultural changes, including skepticism toward authority and a desire for authenticity, flexibility, and issue-based engagement rather than rigid political alignment.

As the rising identification of political independents shifts our nation, will we as a generation be filled with realignment or apathy? Will we seek to understand, or write this off as another fading trend? And more importantly, as younger generations grow skeptical of institutions and labels, how can Amber Ginter is a teacher-turned-author who loves Jesus, her husband Ben, and granola. Growing up Amber looked for faith and mental health resources and found none. Today, she offers hope for young Christians struggling with mental illness that goes beyond simply reading your Bible and praying more. Because you can love Jesus and still suffer from anxiety. You can download her top faith and mental health resources for free to help navigate books, podcasts, videos, and influencers from a faith lens perspective. Visit her website at amberginter.com.