COLFAX, IN — Frank Erwin, a farmer by trade, has never run for political office before. But last week he filed documents with the Federal Election Commission to officially enter the 2016 presidential race as an Independent candidate.

Erwin says he is focused on improving conditions for poorer Americans. Some of his plans include raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour and increasing Social Security payments to seniors. He also stated he would reduce the national debt by making cuts to other programs.

“I think the people will be attracted to what I have to offer because I have lived their lives and done what they have,” said Erwin. “It’s time for a change in the world to represent the poorer class people.”

Despite his lack of political experience, Erwin said he decided to run for the nation’s highest office because he felt he could do the most in the shortest amount of time as President.

“If you want something done in the United States you’ve got to go to the top,” said Erwin. “If I do a political office at the state or federal level, I would just be a small market. If I can actually pull off being the President of the United States, I can do a lot for people in a much quicker time.”

Erwin is working to get his name on the ballot in some of the western states such as Utah and Oklahoma, which have lower voter thresholds.

You can view Erwin’s campaign website at erwinforpresident.com.

Source: WLFI 18