As a life long independent should I feel troubled that there is not a single decent Republican  on my ballot??
919297
dont fool yourself..neither party is worthy of our attentions.
646860
I feel very let down by him.  \n\nI have supported him up until this.  Although, I feel that he does have sincere compassion for these poeple, he should have more concern for his own constituents' security.
785705
I think it is a civic duty for every American citizen to vote. But you are very right that an ignorant vote may defeat your own purpose, because when you randomly vote for anyone on the ballot that somehow seems at the moment to possibly be the better choice, even though you know absolutely nothing about that persons history or views, you may actually help elect someone who does not have your best interest in mind. Even voting blindly straight down for one particular party, but you really don't know if some of them do not represent you political views, you may be making a mistake.\n\nHaving said that, I urge that all Americans start caring to research the candidates before any election and become INFORMED and there fore be an informed voter for a better America. I am Republican because I believe in Republican values in general, and I vote mostly Republican, but I will vote Democrat or Independent or Green, too, if I like that candidate better for his or her voting history or moral outlook over the Republican alternative. I voted for Bush and I stand by him now even when there is so much Bush bashing going on all around me, because I have done my homework and I see that he is an honest man who is doing his best and has the right ideas. I do also resent that there are so many stupid people who want to undermine our leadership in a terribly dangerous time of war which weakens our position and makes all the other countries laugh at us. And, I don't believe in blindly following a trend that hates one candidate or loves another just to be popular not really understanding all there is to it. So, before you vote, please study all of the issues in depth and know what your candidate really stands for, and don't listen to partisan propaganda to form your opinions.
753905
Sounds like you are NOT a republican? \nand you have not been alive long enuf to realize - - - \n\nthis political/voting/results game goes on and on - \nlike a never ending tennis match, or ping-pong table game -\nBack and forth - back and forth - \nand who really cares about what whomever 'feels'? \n\nThe "ball" in the game has no feelings - it just "IS" - \nlike the politics of the human machine - it just "IS"\n\nLive - grow - and learn. . .
885472
I have voted in every election since I first registered at 18...since 1976...I have felt like the US got very dumb in the last 6 years...I hope the smarter ones come out to vote this time!
384311
Neither, I'm an independent who votes for the man or woman running for office, regardless of party affiliation. I've found this takes a little more time and research divining the candidates real political stance, but usually it's time well worth it, because you really know who you're voting for, not just the party some candidates seem to hide behind.
201448
Depends on who is running. If it's like the prev. two (Dumb and Dumber) no. Now give me somebody worth voting for and........
887468
kneeslapper...ha ha.\n\nIgnoring your brand of humor...I will give you the "straight" answer.\n\nThem darn newfangled voten merchines sure make it easy. All I heard to do were persh "vote straight democrat".\n\nAlready did...voted early. But I live in Utah where one-party rule is the standard...and I don't know where you live, but in one-party rule, nothing of value ever happens in the governance of the state. All the important issues are sidelined for silly potstickers.\n\nWell, I'm not going to waste any more time here...I have a strange sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach that you really don't care what I have to say.\n\nPeace out.\n\nVote with your mind.
380132
Of the three candidates who has a website listing in the list of nominations, none of them state if they are a member of a polticial party. My only advice would be to contact all of the candidates and ask if they have ever been, are or if elected intend to take the GOP, Dem, Green, Constituition, Libertarian whip or are they pure Independents?
853622
I feel for you.\nLet's hope that this will be the case for you.  Unfortunately the quagmire that The Bush has got everyone in will not soon go away.
944692
I can hope and pray the Dems do not take over the Govt. I will be voting Republican acrossed the board. My state needs all the help it can get it is infested with illegals and anti gun nuts that need to go . VOTE REPUBLICAN IF YOU LOVES THIS GREAT NATION. THE DEMS WILL DESTROY IT.
709015
I always find myself voting for the person who will give me less of a beating, but nobody every really rises above the 50% line.\n\nIt's depressing
1041757
I have no problem voting outside the two parties, but there's really not a viable, reasonable candidate out there. (Nader doesn't count-he is a fruit loop) \n\nI keep hoping a strong third party will emerge, but there's so many who are stuck in the R v/s D rut-to alot of people, I am afraid it's more like a grudge match or a ball game with opposing teams rather than voting for the future of our nation.
777118
Unfortunately, yes you are. Until a third-party candidate manages to pick up enough steam before the election, it's a waste to vote for them.\n\nIf you don't like either candidate, you must choose the lesser of the two evils.
842011
I feel that any vote I cast is wasted regardless of whether or not my candidate wins. Because the Supreme Court Justices are the most evil people in the federal government and I can't vote for or against them. So I've decided to not even bother and vote any more.
1027040
The Republican part is torn up by people like you who are socially liberal and economically conservative.  Your unwillingness to tax and spend won't make you welcome in the Democratic party though.  Libertarians are moderating some of their views - give them a second chance....
64957
neither i only vote for the person i don't really care if he or she is democrat or republican