Three's a choice, two, a dilemma...

[MrScorpio]

That's what the Chinese tell us.

So here's the scenario.

You have $250,000 to donate to one of these three candidates for whatever office:

1. An incumbent Democrat who's not exactly a shoe-in but has more of a chance than anyone else. The only problem is that this person is quite possibly incompetent and MAY screw things up once he/she is back in office. There were those times when (insert problems)

2. A moderate and even competent Republican, who usually resists the urge to hype the Taliban-wing's more regressive policies. But, when the chips are down can usually be counted on to toe the main party line. (After all, this person is a Republican.) This person could generate the support to be electable. But you have no idea well he or she will do once in office.

3. A progressive Independent, who could a strong contender. And is definitely electable ONLY if he/she has a influx of campaign funds. The only problem is this person is politically inexperienced and has no support of a national party. Despite this, he/she is honest and will always try to do the right thing.

Who would you pick?

Now my answer: I'll say #3. This is because I have the choice and not a dilemma. I would never under any circumstances support a Republican. They're like roaches. Once you know that you have one in your house, you know you have all of his friends and family too.

Any Democrat is always better than a Republican. But If I have my doubts about this guy, I have to be wary.

I truly think we need a viable third party in this country, who's popular support must serve as a wake up call to the big two. And if I had the money, that's what I would fight to build.

Is this pie in the sky, or what?

[Nikia]

1. Depends

The more local the office, the more likely I'd donate to the independent. Definitely not for president. As far as House of Senate, it depends how close things are as far as one party over the other gaining a majority. Can't we donate to a charity of our choice or to a different race though?

[MrScorpio]

2. It's your quarter of a mil.

Do what you think is best

[kyrasdad]

3. Local, State, House, Senate

I'd go with the independent.

Prez... Dem only. Right or wrong, the Party machine (both sides) is in place and only a real shake up, ala the Civil War will undo it.

[BlueJazz]

4. If I had to make a choice #3 would get the dough.....

...at least I'd be able to sleep nights.

#2 is definitely out (as you said "He'll tow the party Line" )

#1 Would probably make me regret ever given the idiot anything.