a politician who is supported by their constituents but not the party establishment
Joe Lieberman lost the Democratic primary for the Senate, he ran as an Independent in the General Election and won.

Lisa Murkowski lost the Republican primary for the Senate, she ran as an Independent in the General Election and won.

Lieberman and Murkowski are People's Candidates!
by Mr.Juan-derful December 26, 2011
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