[58thecat]

Originally Posted by gunluvr

Just for fun, thought I'd dig up some numbers on how many voted for either UPC, NDP, or other parties, and how many didn't vote in Monday's election. Some sources show slightly different numbers, but are basically the same:
Eligible votors: 2,840,927
Votes cast: 1,772,314
UPC votes: 926,918
NDP votes: 776,188
Other party votes: 60,335
Those who didn't vote, though eligible:1,068,613
Again, some numbers may not be accurate, but are close.

To those who voted "other", you had every right to do so.
However, in reality, isn't it kinda like wearing a clown suit when everyone else is wearing either pants or a dress? It's ok to make a statement, but ultimately, no one cares.
You didn’t influence the election results in any meaningful way. Take note that no "other" parties secured a seat in the legislature. The one Independent seat holder was actually a UPC candidate tossed from the party.
As for those who didn't vote, some have legitimate reasons. Others not so much, and it's that particular group who have no legitimate right to complain about the results, or the consequences. And this group had the potential to sway the end results either way...
MHO.

It’s about having a choice and not worrying about what others think, say or do.

I like the fact we have choices in the matter.