[JeffAtlanta]

The other two decide not to vote, but would vote for the Republican if they did vote. Are you telling us with a straight face that it makes no difference to the outcome if they stay home or vote for the third party candidate?

Yes, since they had not intention of voting for the Republican anyway. Why do you think that 3rd party voters are stealing votes from the current Republicans? If the third party didn't exist, they wouldn't even vote.

[kesg]

But you prove my point. A Republican voter who refuses to vote Republican in a particular election (out of spite or whatever) is making it that much easier for the Democrat to win. This is simple common sense.

[Jezebelle]

I don't think that's fully true. Some would vote, others wouldn't.