Or maybe they are smart enough to realize that living in a politically favorable environment is better than living in a politically hostile one. I agree that government should be massively reduced, but it makes no sense to not vote for the least offensive person (whoever you think that is) when the vote is happening whether or not you participate. That said, I never vote with any level of enthusiasm. But sitting at home with my head up my ass lost in an unrealistic anarchy fairytale isn't useful either.