Republican, Democrat, or other? What do we have more of here? What reasons do you like one party over the other?

None of the above. GDINP. That's independent non-partisan, which is about all anybody needs to know.

Those "two" other parties listed are not all that different in all practicality. Both wish to expand the size of government for one purpose or another. Both wish to remove us from the idea that the powers not granted the Federal government belong to the States or to the People Respectively. Both parties are interested in growing THEIR dynasties, and preserving THEIR power.

The Libertarian part is interested in adhering to the founding principles and the letter of the Constitution, understanding that government gets it's power from the States and from the People, and NOT the other way around. Libertarians for these reasons know that Rights belong to Individuals and not special interest groups. This is why I am a Libertarian, Politically speaking.

As a whole the idea of compromise and professional politics is out the window. All parties are so polarized in their viewpoints that nothing seems to get done because subject becomes an impasse. Bring back the spirit of compromise and we could see a whole version of America evolve.

Are we limiting our options? I don't see constitutionalist nor do I see American parties

I am a West Point Grad, did my active duty time, and now in the national guard. i was also a former state chairman for the GOP. When I was elected I was the youngest in the country.

Having said that though, I am first an American. I wouldn't consider myself a partisan politician, where party lines mean more to me than getting stuff done. That is what I am frustrated with.

I would say I am a practical Republican that wants to move our country forward with a growing economy, liberty, fiscal accountability, equality of opportunity, and a strong national defense.

There are always people from different parties, sects, and camps that try to take over the establishment. Unfortunately in my time in politics, the biggest thing I learned is that what separates many Americans aren't necessarily values or beliefs, but egos and pride.

I had to deal with that more than anything as the chairman. Some people like to squabble for the sake or squabbling so they can feel relevant and important. unforunately those that have the "scorched earth" mentality don't see the long-term damage that it does.

So coming back full circle to the question, I am a republican and proud to be one. but we all have a lot of work to do to make our country a better place, and much of it rests on keeping the end in mind, not partisan politics or letting egos get in the way.

Ive been a supporter of the GOP since the days of Ronald Reagan. In almost every election that has occurred since I became legal to vote, I have voted Republican. I have voted for 2 Democrats in those years, and I have regretted doing so. As far as my political views, I tend to stay in the center, but on certain issues, I lean towards the right.

The real problem seems to be the classifications. I know a lot of people who are so disenfranchised by both ruling parties, some are declining to state.

The real issue is the masses are not represented anymore. It is the plutocrats and the extremists that are running the show. It is time to take back our America, reinstate the laws and provisions of our Constitution, and let common sense prevail once again.

I registered as a Democrat in NY because they have a closed primary system in that state and I've leaned towards the Dems lately. However, I've voted for Republications, Democrats, Libertarians, and Green party members during my voting history; I tend to give priority to my evaluation of the individual candidate for office over that person's party affiliation.

Now that I'm back in Virginia, I'm (officially) politically unaffiliated again, although I'm no fan of the Tea Party so GOP candidates who swing too far right will lose my respect. I prefer moderates, like former Sen. Jim Webb, who was really a "Blue Dog" Democrat. Of our present senators (both former governors), I prefer Mark Warner, another centrist Democrat with strong business experience.

BECAUSE REPUBLICANS ARE TO THE POINT CLEAR SIMPLE DIRECT HONEST AND HAVE VERY MUCH SUBSTANCE AND THE DEMOCRATS HAVENT GOT A CLUE AND NO IDEAS AND YES SOME PEOPLE ARE STUPID THEY VOTED SO THIS MUST BE WHAT THEY WANT???

I'm very Centrist and don't subscribe to any of those three parties or platforms exclusively. I tend to lean conservative on economic or defense issues, and liberal on social issues.
With the libertarian agenda, I really have no idea where I stand because I haven't run into a level-headed libertarian yet; the only ones I've seen are the ones that seem to be buying into all the conspiracy nonsense.