[Displaced Flames fan]

Originally Posted by Table 5

It's all about priorities. I hardly ever have more than a mild interest in what a candidate's opinion is on things like abortions, don't-ask-don't-tell, gun rights, gay marriage etc. They might have their place and time, but to me they are so far down the line of priorities in the grand scheme of things, that it just won't affect my decision whatsoever.

The things I care about are big picture items.....the economy, the environment, foreign relations, wars, health care, education. The rest just seem to be puffed up distractions to get minds off of the things that really make a difference in the majority of people's lives.

My thoughts exactly.