2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: This message was self-deleted by its author [View all]MellowDem
(5,018 posts)I don't vote out of pure self-interest, but for who I think would be best for everyone. That's how many people vote.
When I say that Republicans are voting against their interest, I am defining those interests by my values, but any judgment requires that. Then it's just a matter of convincing others that it is in their interest, or them convincing you otherwise.
I think most people vote against their interests because it's not their priority in who they choose, or they are manipulated. The fact that most voters don't know or care about policy positions of candidates says a lot about how effectively they are looking out for their interests.
It is just an opinion, but that's what a democracy is, you will be imposing your interests and values to some extent on others through your vote. People can define themselves however they want, it doesn't mean I have to accept those labels as accurate. Clinton has identified as liberal. I don't agree with that.