Split the ticket

Pro Tip 1/3

Election Strategy

Voting strategically may involve splitting the ticket to support preferred candidates from different parties.

She researched all candidates and decided to split the ticket for the best outcomes.

Pro Tip 2/3

Not Party Loyalty

Splitting the ticket shows independent decision-making rather than strict party loyalty.

Though a registered Republican, he split the ticket to vote for a Democrat he trusted.

Pro Tip 3/3

Possible Confusion

Don't confuse 'split the ticket' with 'split vote'; the latter can lead to a diluted vote or loss.

They split the ticket carefully, not wanting to cause a split vote with similar candidates.