Say you go on a date with a guy who is in every way qualified to be the next Mr. Noelle Tannenbaum. Lotsa check marks in the “pro” column. Yet…
He supports Ron Paul.
6 Feb
6 Feb
Say you go on a date with a guy who is in every way qualified to be the next Mr. Noelle Tannenbaum. Lotsa check marks in the “pro” column. Yet…
He supports Ron Paul.
Posted by Pam on February 6, 2008 at 7:45 am
Go on another date after Super Tuesday and see what his reaction is?
Posted by nancypearlwannabe on February 6, 2008 at 8:07 am
Hmm. Interesting quandary. Give it a few more dates. If there is chemistry, I think you can overlook the Ron Paul thing, especially since there’s no way he’ll win and then New Dude will have to vote for someone else anyway.
Posted by Aaron on February 6, 2008 at 8:46 am
The more important question is, does this potential beau also agree with Ron Paul’s assertion that a conspiracy is underway to destroy the sovereignty of America and merge it with Canada and Mexico? (proposed currency: the “amero”; I wish I was making this up.) Because then I would worry.
Posted by courtney on February 6, 2008 at 8:56 am
Ooooohhhhh. Call it strike one and give him another chance.
Posted by mickey on February 6, 2008 at 9:00 am
DAMN CRUEL WORLD!
Nah, actually there are a few key things that I think Ron Paul has right, at least philosophically if not practically. Shame he’s crazy, just like his supporters. I say give the guy another shot. Maybe he’s just confused. You can save him!
Posted by 3carnations on February 6, 2008 at 9:04 am
There’s no reason people with different political leanings can’t live in harmony. Look at Schwarzenegger and Shriver. I would not write someone off due to their political preference, as long as you can debate respectfully about it and agree to disagree.
Posted by lizgwiz on February 6, 2008 at 9:40 am
That’s a tough one. But, as someone who once voted for Ross Perot, I’d say maybe give him another chance. (In my defense, I only voted ONCE for Ross. I was making a statement. By the second time he ran, I was well aware the man was batshit insane.) Did he say what, exactly, he likes about Mr. Paul?
Posted by evilkate on February 6, 2008 at 9:47 am
I vote to give him another chance…after Ron Paul has fallen out of the race.
Posted by Pete on February 6, 2008 at 9:49 am
Well Ron Paul is officially out of the race so who does this guy now support? Ron Paul endorsed McCain. Maybe you can tell him to check out the Democrats!! As others have already said – give him another chance.
Posted by -R- on February 6, 2008 at 10:28 am
I couldn’t do it. I know that is judgmental, but my politics are important to me, and I want to be with someone who has the same belief system I do.
But I know of lots of Democrat/Republican couples that make it work. Just not me.
Oh, and I second what Aaron wrote.
AND LIZ! I can’t believe you voted for PEROT!!!
Posted by Jennifer M. on February 6, 2008 at 11:29 am
What is his level of Ron Paul support? I mean, I disagree with the man on soooo many issues (thought I do agree on one or two), but I loved having him in the race because he says awesome things and forces the other candidates to defend their positions in such a way that I develop a better understanding of what they stand for. And once on the NPR News Quiz, he said that if he does become president, he’ll keep the Smithsonian even as he dismantles the rest of the federal government.
Posted by -R- on February 6, 2008 at 11:40 am
I should note that I would be ok if he voted for John McCain, but I just could not date a Ron Paul voter. Hello, my name is -R-, and I am super judgmental. Also, I think I just spelled judgmental wrong. Twice.
Posted by gregorymeyer on February 6, 2008 at 11:56 am
if a partner’s politics is an important issue for you, it’s critical to understand WHY he supports ron paul. what’s underneath this mysterious endorsement.
once this is uncovered, then make your decision. if you can’t deal with the difference in political views, then honor your standards. give the dude a heave ho.
if the difference in political views is manageable for you, then give the dude a chance. i agree with 3carnations’comment above. well said.
it’s fascinating what we latch on to…about other people. i make judgments about people all the time. while judgment/discernment is not a bad thing, what we/i do with judgments can be very limiting.
Posted by Candy on February 6, 2008 at 12:23 pm
I dunno. I think if Ron Paul had a chance of winning I might throw some support his way too. If for no other reason than his signs make me think he’s running for President of the Student Council.
Posted by BOSSY on February 6, 2008 at 12:36 pm
This is really worse than finding out a man has very tiny feet.
Posted by Meghan on February 6, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Hmmm… a bit of a red flag, but maybe not a deal breaker.
Proceed with caution, I say.
Posted by Erikka on February 6, 2008 at 4:12 pm
He’s not even in the running anymore! But really, how much does it matter to you? Ron Paul did at one time seem like a very liberal Republican to me. But I’d say give the guy another chance.
Posted by Mermu on February 6, 2008 at 6:33 pm
ooh. and I thought I was thinking outside of the box by considering dating a legally blind amputee….
Gotta be honest…I’d rather be me on this…Ron Paul???
Good luck! Whatever you decide will be the right decision.
Posted by stefanie on February 7, 2008 at 9:31 am
Why am I always too busy to read blogs on the days where there are important things going on?!?
Anyway, I say give it a bit more time. A die-hard Democrat friend of mine married a Bush supporter, and it hasn’t driven them to divorce yet. It’s hard enough to find someone with more than a couple checks in the “Pro” column. We have to give maybe a LITTLE now and then… Good luck.