Whoops. I did not mean that sarcastically at all. It was a genuinely curious question. Apologies for coming across as not humble. That was not my intention.

>So far, it is for you to decide, though I would advise to do it in a bit humbler way. I understand that you could be influenced by external factors, but here, in cyberspace, it is difficult to judge and you may get a response inadequate to your actual state of mind.
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>>My father is a Republican. My mother is an independent, as are many Mainers.
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>>Out of curiosity, what was your upbringing? Communism?
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>>>It is so funny to read, especially knowing, as Mike posted himself, that his parents are Republicans.
>>>Mike, how about my upbringing? Just to tell you the truth, that most likely won't affect your views, I am registered as an independent voter.
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>>>>ROFLAMAO.
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>>>>My Republican upbringing??? My parents are (were) life-long Blue Dog Democrats. I am a libertarian. I'm anti-victimless crimes, for decriminalizing recreational drug use, and vehemently against any federal abortion legislation for or against. I'm also anti constitutional marriage amendment and strongly in favor of civil unions with 100% of the same rights to healthcare and inheritance as regular marriages.
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>>>>For me, I'd draw an analogy to a Green who waxes enthusiastically about a Democratic candidate I suppose.
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>>>>Boy, do you misread me.
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>>>>>BTW, don't be in denial. You say you are libertarian but I'm not sure your Republican upbringing is undyed. You are no less apoplectic about Obama being elected than John H.