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Old 09-01-2017, 05:04 PM   #830 (permalink)
Chula Vista
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Originally Posted by Frownland View Post
So you don't actually want an alternative.
You ignore everything that doesn't fit your ridiculous narrative. I'm all for change. But I also accept the reality of USA politics.

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In the 58 presidential elections since 1788, third party or independent candidates have won at least 5.0% of the vote or garnered electoral votes only 12 times (21%)
To quote Josh Brolin from the movie Sicario:

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Until somebody finds a way to convince 20% of the population to stop snorting and smoking that ****, the lesser of two evils is the best we can hope for.
Like I said, toss away your vote all you want. It's a sucker's play but if it works for you, go for it.
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