Vote, but vote for a third party. That way, at least your dissatisfaction can be counted. Otherwise, the democrat-lite GOP will just blame low voter turnout on upsetting hispanics.
Well, by not voting I generally mean I'll write-in a name. I don't like the third parties either so they don't get my vote.
The only question is what name to write-in to make a point. Also, sending a hardwritten note to my representative and the Republican challenger for the Senate describing my intent and why will provide some incentive not to be dismissive of the CAUSE after the election.
But, yeah, I've said it before and Party faithfuls are horrified when I do. I am no "purist", infact I despise them, but at the same time I have principles. I don't vote for people completely lacking of character. Nor do I typically vote for someone because of successful scare tactics.
Simple fact is that the Republicans have announced they have no interest in serving my interests. Fair enough. That is their right. It is NOT their right to assume they are entitled to my vote despite not servicing my interests. Liberals believe in entitlements, that's why they vote for Dems no matter what. Conservatives do not believe in entitlements. Hence '92.
Am I departing from the GOP simply over immigration? Nope. Judges, free spesch, taxes, ANWR, Al-Quida Bill of Rights, Dubai...I have a multitude of reasons not to vote FOR them.
So, I have to examine why I should vote FOR them. Prevent impeachment? Okay, good reason. Except I don't trust the Republicans not to sell the President down the river for political advantage anymore. Not after Dubai. Judges? Okay, except I have no faith members like Hutchinson or the Senator from Alaska will allow a possible third opening to be filled by a Thomas or Scalia. The crucial fifth Justice. I think they'd be willing to join with McCain & Linds & Specter& Chafee and prevents a vote. What about lower court judges? Still being filibustered.
Therefore, no reason to vote/support Reps this fall (excepting Blackwell, Erlich, Steele and Kyl) because a) they haven't kept their campaign promises b) I no longer trust them.