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But then I don't think in simplistic terms.


My stereotype of a typical Republican? Someone who firmly believes in the dictum that "might makes right". Someone whose worldview is all black and white, with no room for greys. Someone who questions or ignores any news or information which conflicts with his dearly held beliefs. Someone who embraces the twin myths of "the American dream" and "rugged individualism" with an uncritical fervour. Someone who equates poverty with immorality and laziness. Someone who thinks greed is good, and agrees with Margaret Thatcher that "there is no such thing as society". Someone who prefers the politics of character assassination and slander to substantiative debate of issues. There's more, but this seems to cover the main points.