However, that I happen to lean toward conservatism is hardly as much as saying I embrace all that would like to fit itself under that umbrella. One of the few radio stations I can receive well in my little town just happens to headline the likes of Glenn Beck, Rush Limbaugh, and Sean Hannity. I sometimes listen to them when I’m out and about, but usually end up gnashing my teeth. (And, I’ll point out, none of those guys are too happy with having to vote for John McCain.)

Googling “Conservative Atheist” will get you started if you care to head into that territory. (There’s even a site called The Conservative Atheist: http://www.theatheistconservative.com/ )

I have a friend in Massachusetts who said just about everyone he knew was shocked to see the Mitt that emerged to run for president. He had been among the most liberal of republicans when he was governor of MA

This is pretty much true. Of course, he still did the Republican lower taxes, increase budget deficit deal. Aside from that, he seemed to have no problem with social issues, having no stated issue with abortion or gay marriage (or so he said, once upon a time). But, yeah, this pandering to atheists is essentially pointless in my view. Though, on the bright side, regardless of his motives, atheists are being pandered to! As far as I am concerned, that is as good of a sign as any! (I’m being overly optimistic here, but that is privilege allowed to someone who expects the very worst of people).

Because I lean toward the conservative. Nuff said. I don’t want to get into a debate either.

Fortunately it didn’t work.

As an Obama supporter, I actually think this was unfortunate. No matter McCain’s bad policies, his military-hero status will give him credibility. Romney, had he been nominated by the Republicans, would have stood no chance against Obama or Clinton.