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BlueK · 10-28-2008, 02:21 PM

1. Lives in a state like Utah or Texas where the outcome isn't even close to being in doubt.

2. Hates Obama but barely hates McCain a little less.

3. Is pretty sure McCain isn't going to win.

3. Would prefer one of the third party candidates but votes for McCain anyway out of fear of Obama.

Makes me wonder if people this irrational should even be allowed to vote. There couldn't be a better definition of throwing away your vote than following the pattern above. Funny thing is, this probably describes 70% of McCain voters on Cougarboard - maybe I shouldn't be surprised.

ERCougar · 10-28-2008, 02:24 PM

The electoral college is stupid and outdated and results in a bizarre power distribution to voters.

jay santos · 10-28-2008, 02:31 PM

I think a strong case could be made that the ultimate loser voter is anyone who votes for a third party candidate.

landpoke · 10-28-2008, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jay santos

I think a strong case could be made that the ultimate loser voter is anyone who votes for a third party candidate.

Ok, make it. I'm thinking about going third party this year (for the third time in my voting life, btw.) I'd like to hear arguments why I shouldn't.

Background: I live in Wyoming. McCain will win Wyoming handily so my vote matters not.

creekster · 10-28-2008, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by landpoke

Background: I live in Wyoming. McCain will win Wyoming handily so my vote matters not.

You're from wyoming?!? That explains a lot.

landpoke · 10-28-2008, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by creekster

You're from wyoming?!? That explains a lot.

I've worked hard my whole life to overcome the hand life has dealt me. I'm pleased to see my efforts have been somewhat successful. At least in masking my disability.

YOhio · 10-28-2008, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by creekster

You're from wyoming?!? That explains a lot.

Seriously creek? That's all you got? What does it explain? His moniker, favorite college team, alma mater, choice of residence? I expect more from you monkey man.

creekster · 10-28-2008, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by YOhio

Seriously creek? That's all you got? What does it explain? His moniker, favorite college team, alma mater, choice of residence? I expect more from you monkey man.

I was trying ot make fun of the fact that he felt the need to tell us. Apart from some yahoo that lives in Ohio, perhaps no one else is more closely assocaited with their residence than good ol Landpoke. I am not afraid to admit, however, that I failed miserably. Back to work now.

YOhio · 10-29-2008, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by creekster

I was trying ot make fun of the fact that he felt the need to tell us. Apart from some yahoo that lives in Ohio, perhaps no one else is more closely assocaited with their residence than good ol Landpoke. I am not afraid to admit, however, that I failed miserably. Back to work now.

Don't you ever, and I mean EVER, call me a crappy internet search engine again.

Mormon Red Death · 10-29-2008, 01:56 AM

I'm voting Bob Barr and I live in a swing state so bite me...

10-28-2008, 02:21 PM	#1
BlueK Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 2,368	Profile of the ultimate loser voter 1. Lives in a state like Utah or Texas where the outcome isn't even close to being in doubt. 2. Hates Obama but barely hates McCain a little less. 3. Is pretty sure McCain isn't going to win. 3. Would prefer one of the third party candidates but votes for McCain anyway out of fear of Obama. Makes me wonder if people this irrational should even be allowed to vote. There couldn't be a better definition of throwing away your vote than following the pattern above. Funny thing is, this probably describes 70% of McCain voters on Cougarboard - maybe I shouldn't be surprised. Last edited by BlueK; 10-28-2008 at 02:35 PM.

10-29-2008, 01:56 AM	#10
Mormon Red Death Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Clinton Township, MI Posts: 3,126	I'm voting Bob Barr and I live in a swing state so bite me... __________________ Its all about the suit

10-28-2008, 02:24 PM	#2
ERCougar Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,589	The electoral college is stupid and outdated and results in a bizarre power distribution to voters.

10-28-2008, 02:31 PM	#3
jay santos Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,177	I think a strong case could be made that the ultimate loser voter is anyone who votes for a third party candidate.