2006-10-14 17:28:55 · 12 answers · asked by Tammy C 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
That's the way it's set up if the Independent doesn't win a majority. Essentially, peopel who vote independent or third party would otherwise vote Democrat, so if the 3rd party doesn't win they basically helped a Republican win over a Democrat.
I think they should redesign the system because of this, so we can get some fresh political ideas out there. Then maybe we wouldn't just have to pick the lesser of the two evils every election.
Remember what Bill Hicks said "I like what the puppet on the left is saying. Well, I like what the puppet on the right is saying. Hey, there's one guy holding both puppets."
2006-10-14 17:50:26 · answer #1 · answered by Reject187 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a tricky one. It's not exactly like throwing your vote away, because if enough people do it it does make a minority statement showing how opinions are changing. However, I do understand what you mean. I tend to go with a more moderate version of my own views and NOT vote independent because I'm a realist and I choose the lesser of two evils over the greater of two evils. Basically, even if you're way at the end of the spectrum do you want to make a statement about that (when your candidate will realistically not be elected) or do you want to ensure that the candidate you hate less will make it into office? I sort of think those that vote independent are looking for a sweeping, immediate change... I'm willing to go for baby steps. Crazy politics.
2006-10-14 17:33:56 · answer #2 · answered by missa 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As society is now, it is. For an independent voter to win, it would take an absolutely remarkable person, with a magnetic power, charismatic, a notable and famous individual (Lou Dobbs?), someone so knowledgeable and fascinating to caputure the attention of all Americans and make them believe him. The problem with that is the media is right wingers and he'd never get media coverage. So, until we find that kind of person, and if we want change, we need to vote the opposite of what we have in office now and hope someday the independents can have a chance. For now, you would throw away your vote.
2006-10-14 17:35:54 · answer #3 · answered by nobluffzone 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not at all. When you vote independent, I believe that you are saying that the 2 major parties are not meeting a standard set by yourself and the candidate of your choice. Not voting is throwing away your voice and could lead to losing your freedoms. So, go and vote your choice and stand for what you believe.
2006-10-14 17:43:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, the party strategists are telling us that fewer Americans will turn out to vote then ever before.
There's something we all could do to have an immediate impact and send a powerful message to both party's , corporations and to our elected officials in Washington , on this election . Our so called representatives in both parties have been working against the interests of the American people for so long , they take our votes for granted.
So what if a large number of us decided to change our party affiliation from Democrat or Republican to Independents , for the first time we might just get the attention of our elected officials in Washington
And let them know that ,
"We're mad as hell and we're not going to take it anymore " .
2006-10-14 17:36:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When cast an independent vote, it's more about making a statement because the chances of them winning are so slim. So it is sort of throwing your vote away, but your voice is still heard.
2006-10-14 17:38:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pretty much, not enough people vote independent to make it worth doing.
2006-10-14 17:37:37 · answer #7 · answered by tinydoozer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on why you vote for whoever you vote for. If you vote for Bart Simpson because you want to be funny, that's a wasted vote. If you vote for your dad because you think he could use a good job, that's probably a wasted vote. If you vote for a nationally recognized candidate because even if he doesn't win, you want the candidate's values represented, their movement validated, and even, if he gets enough support, enough of the vote to qualify for matching funds next election, then no, I believe that is not a wasted vote.
2006-10-14 17:37:02 · answer #8 · answered by Son of a Mitch 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
for now... yes... but if someone got some motivation at the right time... who knows...
Perot was going nutbars like a few months before the elections... but then he pulled out.. which ruined him... then got back in a limped to a finish...
every now and then someone comes up... but like someone said... it would take a rare mix of personality, fresh ideas and money to back the person up...
I think we may see it in the next 25-50 years...
2006-10-14 18:38:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
But if you get enough people together, it makes a difference
2006-10-14 17:53:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋