No, Independents are increasing. But, when was the last time anyone pulled the lever for "I voted independent?" That is, as a party ticket (it does not exist). The news wants us to believe that D and R are all that matter.
I am just following the previously accurate smoke signals I see. Bloomberg is becoming more accurate with time so I add weight to his views.
No emotions here as to which "party" is the best. Just observing.
:-)