If you have mixed % political opinons-loyalties, why should you feel any pressure to declare party loyalty?

I make it a point to tell people to at least LOOK at third party options. Many people are surprised to find that they are very Libertarian (as I am) or Green Part or U.S. Taxpayer etc. They just vote for one of the big two out of "habit" or more than anything...they vote AGAINST the other big party with their big party. It's insane to think this is a good plan. Vote on conscience...it's that simple. It is only a "wasted" vote if you only vote against someone using one of the two major party's. Check out the links. Many people are surprised by their results. Hope it helps. Good question btw.