John Anderson! Been trying to remember his name all afternoon long. He ran as an Independent.
I voted for him.
A. It was the first Presidential election that I voted. I blame 'young and stupid'.
B. In those days I believed the Media was 'honest' (see 'A.'). As such, I bought the line that Reagan was a moron who was going to get us into a Nuclear War.
C. There was no way in the world I was going to vote for Carter. After his abysmal surrender regarding the American hostages taken by Iran, and having entered work where double digit interest rates and inflation were the norm --- clearly anyone but Carter (once the First, but now the Second worst President in US history)...
After around 4 months in office - I knew Reagan was an excellent choice for President.
It still took me quite a few more years, though, to realize that the Media really was made up of American hating, Godless scum. Had I known that earlier, I'd not have casted my vote for Anderson in the first place.
I hate to admit it but back in 1980 as a young and stupid 18 year old I voted for Anderson.