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WantDastardlyBack t1_ivoixqn wrote

Honestly. The few times I've reached out to him for some of the advocacy work I do, he's responded directly and even if he agrees with every point I make, he explains why the others in the government are unlikely to support it and what needs to be done to enact the change that is needed. I'm fine choosing another party if that party shares common ground and is willing to listen.

The people I will not vote for are the politicians like one who once told me that she knew what was better for advanced learners than their parents or guardians did. Another local politician once told me that marijuana, medical or not, was against his religion and therefore he'd never vote yes on anything related to marijuana. Those are the politicians who do not deserve support IMO.

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rufustphish OP t1_ivoj2p8 wrote

This was really helpful, thanks for sharing

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PuddleCrank t1_ivovul7 wrote

Personally, Every time I read his vetos, I think, he may not be representing me, but these are real concerns of my neighbors, and he usually sets out key policy sticking points, while being open to compromise.

Also anecdotally, there are a large portion of conservatives that formerly would have supported the GOP but won't now. They still feel its important to have their voice heard locally.

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flambeaway t1_ivovd85 wrote

Against his religion? What like "strange incense" or something?

Does he also want to ban pork?

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