Electrify
Senior Member
Back in 2000, in the United States presidential election, Al Gore had 48.38% vs. George W. Bush at 47.87%, but Al Gore lost. See link.
Ralph Nader had 2.74%. They may have thought that Ralph Nader may have been the "better" candidate for those who voted for him, but their "worst" candidate got in.
But the Libertarians and Constitution parties also took votes away from the Republicans. While first past the post has numerous flaws, letting it degrading elections to a two party system as in the US is far worse. I remember watching an interview with Ralph Nader where he said votes should be earned and not simply awarded, and I believe there is much truth to that statement.
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