I don't agree that you have to have run for a lesser office if the priniciples you stand behind align with what I support. I understand your argument, but I like to be more granular with my assessments given that the more "experienced" politicians can also be just as bad as inexperienced (see A. Cuomo).

Also, Nixon was taken off the Working Family Party's ballot spot and not Democratic Party spot. I doubt she would have split the vote that much. I'd like to see her run again if she's willing.