Invisible Man gurgled happily, sounding much
like they were saying:

Except by electing one of the other candidates who had even more
people voting against them

You don't vote "against" anyone in an election - you vote FOR someone.

Can't agree with that. Because AV does not exist I like many others vote
tactically to keep someone out. Very sad.

You're still voting _for_ somebody - a candidate who you find acceptable
and who you believe can win.