Everytime I hear "Big Tent", I think of the circus. Oh, wait, that's "Big Top".
Whatever...
If I am reading your post correctly, I think that you are correct in saying that (at this point in time) third parties only siphon votes away from the Pubbies, thereby handing the election to the Dims.
I've come to the unhappy conclusion that (at this juncture in history) a Conservative (whatever that means) can't be elected nationally. Just ask President Quayle.
I've come to the unhappy conclusion that (at this juncture in history) a Conservative (whatever that means) can't be elected nationally. Just ask President Quayle.
'President Quayle'. . .lol - save it wasn't(!); and yes, think a third Party is as useful as a third wheel. . .when only 'two' are needed.