[calcowgirl]

McCain just lost a vote that may have drawn him closer in the race. That’s what “effectively” means and yes, you are taking votes AWAY from McCain.

Only if you believe McCain had a claim of ownership to that vote in the first place.

If I don't buy a car from DealerX, have I "taken away" his sales commission?

It's pure arrogance for politicians and their supporters to think that they can get the vote of people without earning it.

[Eagle Eye]

For something to be effective there has to be a positive result.

If I don’t buy a car have a effectively stolen commisions from all car sales men?

LOL...yours is a terrific point!

If I don’t vote your way I’m “effectively” voting for someone I didn’t vote for? LOL