I agree with this. And I also agree with the idea that re-in-statement of Glass-Steagall or some other specific measures that the current system could address isn't going to go far to right the wrongs expressed by OWS, or achieve a feeling of justice or resolve.

But I do think that it has something to do with an independent candidate. http://www.americanselect.org/ is one way that an independent could get on the national ballot. There remains time for others. But, the point I am making is this: OWS is a populous movement that doesn't have faith in either party. If a third party candidate appeared that validated their grievances more than Obama or the GOP (which wouldn't be too difficult), that candidate might become the ultimate protest vote against the status quo. For example, Tea Party supporters have threatened to vote for the Democratic ticket if they don't get the GOP candidate they approve of. Personally, I think that's an empty threat, but an independent might just get that vote.

The majority does feel disenfranchised. As a result, I think that seeing that neither party won the ticket would be a very attractive avenue for this deep feeling of disaffection.

It's too soon the shoot the bastards, but an independent would put the screw to both parties.