One thing I take great pride in was that even when I leaned left I still voted 3rd party because they aligned most with my worldview.

My family was PISSED.

They told me I may as well have not voted because voting 3rd party splits the vote and people like me are the reason republicans win.

I learned 2, critical lessons that day.

1. Don't discuss politics with your family.

2. Some decisions in life aren't between good and bad but bad and worst..