Election after election, our politics is framed as a choice between the same two options: Republican or Democrat. Red or blue. Democracy should be about giving voters more choices, not convincing them to settle for the least worse out of the same two options that got us in the mess we are in.

Until we acknowledge and confront the corrupting influence of money in politics, beginning at the candidate stage many of the issues we're facing will continue to go unsolved. If we keep doing what we have always done, we will keep getting what we have always gotten. www.TyPinkins.com

When candidates won’t stand side by side before voters in debates or public forums, they don’t deserve your vote.

Washington isn’t just broken. It’s bought. That’s why I’m running for U.S. Senate as an Independent—because Mississippi deserves a Senator who works for the people, not millionaires, billionaires, party bosses, or special interests. www.TyPinkins.com

Paul Rieckhoff and John Opdycke put their finger on what the political class keeps missing: the Independent movement is not a trend, it’s reality. In a moment when a record-high 45% of Americans identify as Independents, the people in the middle are no longer a sidebar. ivn.us/posts/gallup...

I’m grateful to receive the endorsement of the Progressive Voters Network. Their support is meaningful, and it strengthens my resolve to keep doing the work that moves our community forward. Support my campaign at www.TyPinkins.com

Talked with @rieckhoff.bsky.social about how both parties have their hands stuck in the cookie jar—and big money is drowning out regular folks. We need leaders who listen, not ones bought and paid for. 🎧 Listen here: independentamericans.us Learn more about my campaign at www.TyPinkins.com

We had a wonderful time knocking doors in Magnolia and McComb, MS earlier this week! Nothing beats connecting face-to-face with folks who care deeply about their communities and their futures. www.TyPinkins.com #TyPinkinsForUSSenate #MississippiStrong #PeopleOverParty

2/8 My dad is blind. For months, his talking watch—the one that tells him the time and day at the press of a button—had stopped working. So I brought him a new one. When it spoke, “It’s 3:54 p.m., Wednesday, July 9th,” he smiled and said, “Now I won’t be guessing anymore.”

🧵1/8 Today, I took a break from knocking doors in Yazoo County and drove to visit my dad. He was sitting on the porch, in his wheelchair, listening closely as I pulled into the gravel driveway. This visit wasn’t about politics. It was personal. typinkins.substack.com/p/tales-from...

A sitting U.S. Senator was handcuffed for asking a question. If the Trump crowd will do that to a Senator, what will they do to everyday Americans exercising their First Amendment rights? We need leaders who listen—not ones who silence. #TyPinkinsForUSSenate

Today in Jackson, neighbors, vets, students & parents filled the Capitol grounds, proving peaceful people power > partisan chaos. Proud to stand with you. Join us at typinkins.com #TyPinkinsForUSSenate #MississippiStrong #2026Midterms

Happy #MothersDay to the amazing moms of Mississippi and beyond! Your strength, love & sacrifice power our families and communities. We see you, we thank you, we love you. And Sabrina—the kids & I are blessed to have you. You're our heart. ❤️

TUPELO packed the Square for our “WE, THE PEOPLE—not the Billionaires!” rally. Families, workers & students stood up to say our democracy isn’t for sale. People power > money power. Join us: typinkins.com #WeThePeople #TyPinkinsForUSSenate

Thank you Lafayette County Dems & Oxford for a vibrant town hall! We covered Social Security, Medicaid, tariffs, voting rights & more. Let’s keep organizing & win Mississippi. Chip in or volunteer → TyPinkins.com #TyPinkinsForUSSenate #MississippiStrong #Oxford

Huge thanks to everyone who showed up for our protest rally in Biloxi today! A shoutout to the Hancock County Democrats, the Harrison County Democrats, the Diamondhead Democrats Progressives Independents Alliance, 50501MS & all who stood in defense of our democracy.

I’m looking forward to our Town Hall in Oxford, MS on April 24! Elected officials have a duty—and should have the courage—to show up and listen. As a candidate for U.S. senate, I’ll be there, ready to hear from YOU. Will our leaders do the same? #TyPinkinsForUSSenate

1/5 Donald Trump’s reckless trade war—fully embraced by Cindy Hyde-Smith, who just welcomed his endorsement with open arms—is hammering the backbone of Mississippi’s economy: our farmers.

Cindy Hyde-Smith just voted to let banks charge folks $35 for being broke. Big banks gave Republicans $24 million. Today, they got what they paid for. Mississippi deserves better. Learn more about our campaign and make a donation at www.TyPinkins.com #TyPinkinsforUSSenate

Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith voted to confirm Pete Hegseth—widely regarded as the most unqualified Secretary of Defense in our nation’s history. His reckless handling of war plans endangered American lives. We owe it to our troops to demand better leadership.

1/7 🚨WOW. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith just got asked a simple question by a Mississippi voter—and her response? RUN.

📚 Had a blast reading Green Eggs and Ham to the amazing pre-schoolers at McWillie Elementary for #ReadAcrossAmerica! Seeing their excitement reminds me: education is the key to a brighter future. Would you, could you, join me in making every child has a bright future? 😉💙

Sen. Roger Wicker says Pete Hegseth made a “rookie mistake” as Defense Secretary. The real "rookie mistake" was Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith voting to confirm him in the first place. We deserve leaders who put our security first—not politicians who rubber-stamp incompetence. #TyPinkinsForUSSenate

They want to silence us. We won’t back down! The Trump administration is attacking hardworking Americans—threatening our rights, our jobs, and our future. But we stand together. I’m running for U.S. Senate to fight for YOU. Join the fight. tinyurl.com/3n7j7r99

Trump’s reckless Gaza plan is dangerous and nothing short of ethnic cleansing! And Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is blindly following him without thinking about what’s right. Help me defeat her by chipping in here:👇 secure.actblue.com/donate/ty-pi... Read my full press release statement below: 👇

Did you know MS exports $2.2B to Canada & $1.2B to Mexico. I’m running to protect MS workers & farmers from Cindy Hyde-Smith’s harmful decisions. Chip in $5, $10, or $25: secure.actblue.com/donate/ty-pi... #TyPinkinsforUSSenate

Donald Trump’s tariffs just went into effect, & Americans will end up paying the price. Higher grocery bills, auto job losses, and economic pain—all backed by Cindy Hyde-Smith. She’s failing our state, and I’m running to stop her. Support my campaign at www.TyPinkins.com

Dr. King’s words resonate loudly amid today’s challenges. We need servant-leaders grounded in humility, driven by empathy, and guided by a commitment to fairness. Now is the time for us to hold ourselves—and those who represent us—to these values.

1/6 I was watching an interview earlier today that got me thinking: Are we currently living through a series of "small revolutions" aimed at tearing down income inequality? 🧵

1/15 Why is Trump suddenly so interested in Greenland? I was reading about this earlier today—here’s a 🧵.