Reply #3: Kentuck, I think he we have to look at our own experiences

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I live in the hometown of Ralph Hall, oldest member of congress who just announced he has joined the teaparty caucus in congress with Michelle Bachman. My town voted 80% for McCain. Being a Democrat and just slightly to the left defines one as a radical here. Just about everyone I work with are very right wing. Bumper stickers on cars bemoan Obama and "socialism." And, to top it off, on the main drag is a sign saying, "Vote for less government expansion, vote Republican." And next to it, "Re-Elect Rick Perry."

So, Kentuck, I view this nation as very right wing. It blows my mind when I read some DUers say they associate with no one who is a Republican. I can't help it; I'm surrounded by them.