(And politicians do look at who turned out to vote and provide more help to communities that produced more voters. That is why the Chasidic bloc vote is so powerful.)
We already know NY state will go to Obama. So why bother voting for Romney?
You’re right that your vote for Romney will not really matter. But the Presidential race isn’t the only one on the ballot. There are other races where your vote may well count for more.
Of course I plan to vote. I guess there is a point of voting. But if I know Obama’s going to win, shouldn’t I vote for Obama so he’ll like the frum community more?