Robert Sarvis writes at the Collegiate Times:
Many Virginians are extremely frustrated by both Republicans and Democrats. But in our two-party system, if you consider voting for an independent or third-party candidate, people will tell you you’re throwing your vote away.
But you aren’t. And even if you were, third party candidates still play an important role in our two-party system. It’s a big mistake to exclude them from debates or to erect roadblocks to their participation in the electoral process.
I did not always feel that way. Up until a few years ago, I was as disdainful of third parties as most people are. When I first ran for office in 2011, I didn’t even consider running outside the two major parties, even though I had plenty of complaints about each.
So how did I end up running as a statewide candidate for a third party just a couple years later? […]
Read the rest here.
This is a very good piece. Or, 4 pieces, as it were.
On a related note, I’m very happy that Sarvis is still around, still pushing. He really seems to have dedicated himself to the cause of freedom, and to the LP. He’s a very good one to have on our side.