If I may further expound, many will say (including some here on FR), “Why, I can’t go to the county commission/school board/city council meeting! Dancing with the Stars (or whaterver) is on TV tonight!”
And don’t skip slots for minor races on your ballot. Its especially important in the case of educational positions.
We shouldn’t forget the RNC, they make policy for the party, are mostly liberal and get a pass from voters.