Word for word what he said! I consider myself a Republican, but have voted Democrat when the issues called for it.

I vote on the issue rather than by political party.
I vote on the candidate who seems to be most aligned with my views. So far, I have only voted for Democrats but that's not to say I wouldn't vote Republican if I agree with most of their views and feel that they would be better for the job.

I have been a registered republican since 1987 and i try to do my homework on issues at the forefront but i will vote for the candidate and issue who i feel will do the best on all parts.

Ha. I never answered my own question.

I'm in DeltAlum's boat. I don't register w/ a party because I don't believe in them. I have voted for equal numbers of Democrats and Republicans and I disregard that little "-R" or "-D" next to the their name. To me it's immaterial. Their stances on my most important issues (education, health care, funding for the arts, funding for mental health, economic policy, military spending, and foreign policy) are what will attract me. I get really mad when people vote a straight ticket without first investigating who they vote for. That's one of the many reasons Alabama is in such a quandry and has been for years.

pretty much what dzhbrown said. :)

What swissmiss said. Alabama IS in this pickle for that reason. Thank you, dear. :)