My brother makes a lot of money. Four years ago, when we were discussing who he was going to vote for, his answer was, "Whichever one is going to lower my taxes."

My father... geezus... my father is one white sheet away from being a Klan member.

People don't view politics through a political lens. They don't sit there and consider the intentions of the Framers, or the real purpose behind the separation between Church and State. They look at everything through a personal lens.

"Well, this Bush feller seems to be a close-minded homophobe. Just like me. That's who I'll vote for."

I'm about ready to give up on this country and go live overseas.