I’m not sure if you are aware of this (and I’m NOT trying to insult your intelligence!), but you don’t have to vote for anyone you don’t want to. Your vote will still count even if you don’t vote for some of the candidates on the ballot.
Perhaps if more people understood that about voting (again, this is not directed at you), we might see a better mix of candidates in some areas.
I actually do know that my vote counts whether I vote for a particular person or not. My non-vote would be one less vote for that person. :)
I am not offended! Some may not realize that, especially if you are new to voting!