Am I wrong?

I've always believed that voting third party is a lot like not voting at all, which is pretty much a vote by default for the sitting president who's up for reelection. I was told today, though, that I'm wrong on that. I really want to support a certain third-party candidate, but I know she's not going to win. I feel like it's a wasted vote, unfortunately. Am I wrong?

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Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M

More people should challenge incumbents.
You may get steamrolled by the big party machines but at least if you're savvy you might start a movement for reform.

InkBot · 36-40, M

@Picklebobble2 That's a good point.

Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M

@InkBot In the UK anyone can stand for election provided they are over 18. Have no criminal record outstanding. Can get i think it's five people to officially 'nominate' them via official forms.
And come up with a £500 deposit which you lose if you don't draw 5% of the vote.

Burnley123 · 41-45, M

@InkBot You can sometimes achieve reform through one of the big parties.