I do vote with common sense. I vote Democrat when the candidate is better, Republican when the candidate is better. I voted for the Dem Governor in Ohio last election, I've voted for Dem Senators, County Commissioners, and Sheriff. I've Voted for Republicans in each office as well, and a couple of time Independents.
What I do and I know this is revolutionary thinking to you Pro, is listen to the candidate, try and determine how much of what they are say benefits me(not just personally, but my family, and my offspring), how much they actually mean and how much is BS, how much can they actually achieve, what is their track record.
If on the ballot I don't know enough about them, as is the case with State Supreme court judges, and local judges, I dont vote for that office.
It's not rocket science. You really just need to get your head out of your ass and read a little besides the left wing conspiracy blogs.