A vote for 3rd Party is NOT a vote for Kerry if you live in a state that is solidly "red" or "blue." I live in Maryland, and there is no way Bush will get our electoral votes. So why should I encourage bad behavior and vote for Presidente Jorge Arbusto? By voting 3rd Party, I register my disgust with the Republicrats and don't lose a moment's sleep.
My decision would be a lot harder if I lived in a hotly contested state.
Good point- my state (Tennessee) is always teetering and I didn't take liberal bastions into account. Congratulations on choosing an excellent alternative. I reread their platform at least once a week and try to get the word out locally. If a third party achieved enough popular backing the primary ones would be forced to reform or face extinction.