I know what you mean.

We voted last night (by mail) for Bernie, even though we are Hillary supporters.

I really like Bernie, (in spite of his Socialist label, he's essentially a European Labor Party kind of guy, a real New Deal Democrat) his policies are probably more in line with my own than Clinton's are, I just feel Clinton has the instincts and experience to do better in a dangerous world and against a hostile and unscrupulous, even treacherous, domestic opposition.

But we reasoned Bernie is doing good work by appealing to idealistic young voters, bringing to our attention the role of the Wall Street lobbyists and donors, and he has been effectively pulling Clinton further left towards the center. He has also made it so "Socialist" is no longer a dirty word in America.

Even though I don't believe Sanders can overtake Clinton in delegates, the longer he stays in the more these goals will be accomplished. Besides, in the event Hillary stumbles, for whatever reason, Bernie will be an effective Plan B in place.

As for the Republican race, I must confess I see little difference between Trump and Cruz, except Cruz is smarter and more religious.