About Us

ABOUT OUTSIDER MEDIA FOUNDATION

The Outsider Media Foundation is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit newsroom operating in Goffstown, New Hampshire. We were created in 2023 to follow the parts of American politics that tend to receive only passing attention from larger news organizations, particularly third parties, independent candidates, emerging movements, and their inner workings.

We believe these stories are worth following on their own terms. What that means for us is not just covering campaigns and election results, but also the ideas, disagreements, and unique personalities that shape political organizations outside the two major parties. We also do not endorse candidates or campaigns. Our work is simply intended to make these topics more accessible.

That mission became easier in 2023, when OMF became the publisher of Independent Political Report, which has explored third party and independent politics since 2008. As its new stewards, we continue IPR’s same grassroots approach to reporting while also drawing attention to worthwhile coverage from other publications.

There is a lot more to American politics than what happens inside the Democratic and Republican parties. Whether you are a journalist, reader, or simply someone interested in what is happening beyond what you are used to seeing in the media, we hope you will come along on the journey.

2026 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

WHITNEY BILYEU,
CHAIR

Whitney Bilyeu is the Chair of the Outsider Media Foundation. She is the most recent past Chair of the Libertarian Party of Texas and a current at-large member of the Association of Libertarian Educators' Board of Directors. Additionally, Bilyeu has a professional background in education and publishing, as well as extensive experience working on statewide campaigns.

Bilyeu previously served on the Libertarian National Committee for six years and was Chair from 2021 to 2022. Her professional experience also includes a role as VP of Sales at Texas CEO Magazine and Chief Operations Officer of a Texas-based process automation company.

J. MARK BARFIELD,
VICE CHAIR

J. Mark Barfield boasts an impressive background in media, politics, and advocacy. He currently serves as Vice Chair of Outsider Media Foundation, as well as the owner of Bar None Creative Solutions LLC, and Treasurer of Voting Rights Brigade. In addition, he plays an active role in the Chase Oliver for President campaign as the State Organizer for Florida.

With experience in journalism and leadership positions in various Libertarian Party organizations, Barfield brings a wealth of experience with emerging parties to the table. He has previously served as Vice Chair of the Libertarian Party of Florida and Chair of the Libertarian Party of Volusia County.

Zachary Dumont,
Treasurer

Zachary S. Dumont is a member of the Outsider Media Foundation Board of Directors and the organization's acting treasurer. Mr. Dumont comes to the role having experience in managing the finances for several third-party political campaigns.

Mr. Dumont is a former Town Councilor, elected in 2018 and serving his town until 2022, when he relocated to another community. In his day-to-day life, he works with municipal governments across New England, directly supporting 350 towns and cities, and lives with his wife in Rochester, NH

Brett BitTner,
Secretary

Brett Bittner serves as the Secretary of the Outsider Media Foundation. He served previously as the Executive Director of The Advocates for Self-Government, as well as on the Libertarian National Committee. During his time in both Indiana and Georgia, Bittner served on the state leadership teams. Additionally, Bittner was twice elected to serve on the school board for Marietta City Schools.

With experience in marketing and media around electoral politics, and leadership positions across various organizations, Bittner brings a unique viewpoint for amplifying voices and stories outside the mainstream media.

Prof. George DJ Phillies

Prof. George Phillies is a retired physics professor and writer who lives in Worcester, Massachusetts. He is well-known for his writings on Libertarian politics and has authored four technical studies. He has also been involved in various Libertarian organizations and has run for Federal Office twice.

Outside of politics, Prof. Phillies is the President of the National Fantasy Fan Federation and edits several S.F. magazines. He has written eight S.F. novels, authored five textbooks on board game design, and has published over 170 scientific research papers.

Ford Fischer

Ford Fischer is an Emmy-nominated independent journalist, primary source documentarian, and the co-founder of News2Share, a platform for raw video coverage of political activism. His work has been featured in Oscar, Emmy, and Golden Globe-winning films. A comprehensive list of his credits can be found here.

Dusty Wilson

Dusty Wilson is co-host of the podcast "Gadfly," an American history podcast about third parties, fringe candidates, and generally weird American electoral history.

He is also a playwright whose work has been produced in Chicago, New York City, and London and has most recently worked as a script consultant for Rem Alternis Productions.

STAFF

JORDAN WILLOW EVANS,
Executive staff

Jordan Willow Evans is the Executive Director of the Outsider Media Foundation and Managing Editor of Independent Political Report. She is an editor and policy analyst specializing in personal identity, inclusion, and alternative party politics.

Her writing has appeared in policy white papers and national media outlets, and she has been seen on platforms including VICE World News, ABC News, BNT 1, RT, and Sky News. In addition to her editorial work, Evans has presented at the Harvard Kennedy School and at academic conferences on history and music, focusing on how personal identity informs professional relationships and partisan political dynamics.

Evans's interest in the role of American third parties in contemporary politics began during her student years and contributed to her broader views on amplifying voices often overlooked by society and the mainstream media.