genuinegirly

Well, they have close friends that fit into the entire range of different ethnic heritages, so there's definitely no race-based fear in their case.

I honestly don't know what is behind their beliefs. It is not religion, as the local parish that they're actively involved with is pro-Obama. Perhaps it's all about their background. Fa-in-law is a Veteran and a lawyer. He has very firm opinions on everything. Mo-in-law is just as opinionated but more violent with her opinions. It is not uncommon for her to get into screaming matches when it comes to religion or politics. She is exceptionally conservative in some respects, but in others she's progressive (animal rights, for instance). They have traveled extensively with the service and on their own. They firmly believe in democracy and see the constitution as sacro-sanct. They feel strongly that any form of socialism undermines individuality and is a threat to their way of life. They see things as black and white, true or false, entirely good or entirely evil. Very few of their relatives and friends share their extreme perspectives.

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