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Honestly, I have been all over the political spectrum. I happen to LOVE Ralph N. but agree, to vote for a "third party" is casting your vote away. With each phase of life, I see something different and more pressing issues (for me, at this time) politicized by the parties.
It was easy to be a Democrat in college. It fit my belief system as it WAS. Now, as my life and circumstances have changed, I look at the reality of the safety of my family, inheritance, taxes and last but by no means least, decisions that reflect the morality of a society.
It's like a rubber band. If it stretches too far one way it will snap back and that's a bit what we have experienced with these elections. If the Republicans hold true and become too conservative, the same thing will happen. That's why I am also in agreement with those who have noted these candidates must all become more moderate- Dems and Rep alike.
I won't tie myself to any single party for all eternity. It just happens that at his juncture, MY belief system is more closely aligned with the Republicans.
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