I agree with this observation. I realize there are exceptions, but it seems that once a dem/rep always a dem/rep. During the last election I read an article saying the election campaigns are really only for the few independents out there, the majority have already made up their mind before the campaigns even start.

It also seems like a lot of people base their vote on ONE main issue (abortion, gun control and so on) and not looking at the whole spectrum of views that the candidates represent.