Long ago, I joined the Libertarian Party. And I've cast a number of votes for Libertarian candidates (but not lately). I have a number of problems with the LP, and I don't see myself drifting back in that direction, but I fully agree that 2010 is the GOP's last chance.
If the Republicans don't push hard for real government reform, then I'm done with them. They will be the new Whigs, and they won't get my vote again. I'd support a third party, or else I'd stay home and wait for the inevitable shooting to start.
I don't think third party is a good choice in 2010. I'm voting straight Republican this year (as always).
But this may be the last year I'll say that.
Usually I will go down through the ballot and vote independent if I am convinced they are conservative.
I have supported some libertarian candidates in the past as well because like you, I don't agree with allot of their platform, they believe in smaller / limited government.
I want government outta my life and stop telling us how to run our lives.
No smoking, too much salt, gotta throw that seatbelt on all the while the motorcycle rider has no helmet, red light cameras, gotta use plastic rather than paper....oh wait, you might strangle a freakin dolphin with plastic.
lol you get the point I'm sure.
The Republicans must get government out — out of the wallet, out of the bedroom, out, out, OUT — or they’re done.