Who will white racists vote for in the Ohio Governor's race?

[bluestateguy]

A black man, but a Republican, verses a Democrat, but a white one from a rural district.

Where do you think the racist vote will go in Ohio this year? Will they stick with their party or hold their nose and vote for the "Democrat Party"? Or will they stay home (which helps in down-ballot races)?

[johnnie]

1. That's a tough call

I am guessing that they will stick with their party rather than stay home or vote the other ticket. Then again, they might not vote for either.

[adeshell]

2. Probably the libertarian guy

Bill Peirce. I can't really see them going for the Green party guy... :D

[mtnester]

3. They will leave it blank

before they vote for a Dem OR an African American

So, a NO VOTE

[violetandblue]

5. Yes...

I live in white racist central, and that is the impression I'm getting. My dad is a staunch Republican who always votes - I know that he won't vote for Blackwell. He sounded like he was leaning toward Ted for awhile, but recently said that Ted doesn't sound qualified enough. I am so surprised that he actually seemed ready to consider it for awhile - he NEVER votes Democratic. It's hard to say overall, because I know just south of here in Pike county, Ted is revered by Dems and Reps alike. He has saved a major plant down there I don't know how many times. It doesn't mean the Reps will vote for him, but even hardcore Reps in the south central and southeastern areas respect the man. He used to be our district's rep in Ross county before re-districting, and now he is on the SE side, so he's covered a wide range.

If it was reversed, and say Coleman was the candidate for governor going against a white Rep from this area, I'd probably go for the Republican. I rarely ever vote Republican, but I'd trust someone from my area more than I would an urban resident. It's not just about race - someone from Southern Ohio would be more likely to support us and our issues. Columbus is a crazy place, and their mayor is incompetent. I considered voting for Coleman for a short while, if he'd stayed in the race, but I don't think I could do it. If the Rep supported some of my pet issues and was fairly moderate, yes, I'd break party lines to vote for him. I have a strong feeling that some staunch Republicans will do the same in this election.

[MGD]

4. Strickland got an A+ from the NRA. That won't go unoticedby many members

of the crowd in question as eliminating the requirement to run away ranks high on their agenda.