I am registered as "Unaffiliated" because North Carolina doesn't call it "Independent."
When I first registered to vote some 32 years ago I registered as a Republican - I come from a long line of Republicans. But I never voted a party ticket. My parents taught me that you need to do your homework before casting your vote; understand the candidates and issues; and never cast your vote if you are unsure or know nothing about what is on the ballot.
After the 2000 election debacle I decided to abandon my party affiliation and changed my registration. The behaviour of both parties offended me and I did not want to be associated with any party after that.
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