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Statewide elections typically garner around 2 - 1 support for Republican candidates; some less, some more.
So, while there are many more Republicans, there are also Democrats all around us.
However, in all my time talking about politics and especially talking with democrats, I don't recall speaking with a radical crazy Marxist boogeyman.
In fact, Idaho Democrats are some of the most agreeable and reasonable people out there... and they may have the Republican dominance and lack of political "say" to thank for that.
Lighten up, dude.
I am actually going to be voting for a Democrat this election for Ada County Commissioner. This will be like the first time ever I have voted for a Democrat. He is supported by people of all parties. I attended one of his political events. When I first met him and heard his plans and the type of legislation he supports, I was sure he was a guy I could support. I went up to him and said you are the kind of guy I am happy to support, so who is the Democrat you are going up against.. He then told me, "I am the Democrat".. I was like what ..
Ironically, I find some people who call themselves Democrats in Idaho would be considered too far right-wing to run even as Republicans in some states, like New York, e.g.
I mostly vote Democratic, but I'll be voting for the same Republicans I've voted for in the past. I've never voted a straight ticket in my life, and doubt seriously that I ever will.
I always vote for the person, not the party, and I never vote negatively; I always vote for the person, never against him.
I mostly vote Democratic, but I'll be voting for the same Republicans I've voted for in the past. I've never voted a straight ticket in my life, and doubt seriously that I ever will.
I always vote for the person, not the party, and I never vote negatively; I always vote for the person, never against him.
This is the way it's supposed to be. The label means nothing. Unfortunately, most people blind themselves by the label, and vote for their "team".
"requirement"? No, I believe it is just a choice. Might feel pressure, if you aren't strong enough, but "requirement"? That is not reality. I don't think many cities and states have straight party levers and it would be unconstitutional to require them and I can't imagine any do.
Split ticket, vote the person is fine if you know what they believe and they aren't too different. I think about it some and do it occasionally. Sometimes they are pretty different and either you don't know what you want or are only getting it half the time across the difficult issues. That might be the best you can do but it is not perfect either.
There is such a thing also of a voter perhaps too swayed by personality and style. I've thought about voting for some seemingly likeable candidates til I dug down and found out how much they were working with and voting for big business and the rich against the interests of the majority of folks or just me and how I see things.
Everyone should sort it out for themselves as best they can.
But please do not try to gut the 2nd Amendment. It seems no matter where Democrat's move, specifically liberal Democrat's, they buy into this notion that we must have better gun control. We do not want CA, NY, or soon to be Michigan style gun control.
I'm thinking of moving to Idaho because I think it's got almost everything I need: great housing cost, active lifestyle, beautiful scenery and newer developments. Another plus would be that I'd be closer to the Canadian border, as I'm from Canada originally. My only hesitation with making the move would be that I would be unwelcome as a democrat with pretty liberal views. Bernie Sanders was my pick for this election...I grew up Mormon but am no longer religious. If I want to stay long term, I wonder if it would be difficult to find like-minded friends or even a spouse as being on the same page for a relationship is important to me.
Thanks for your input in advance!
Hello Richmond Girl,
If you tell me you are "A Democrat" with "pretty liberal views" and that your "pick was Bernie Sanders" and I knew nothing else of your politics beside those things, then there would be no cause to think you would be unwelcomed.
Idaho is not the moon. We have more of the full spectrum politically than most states. In many ways, it is the most open state politically I have ever been. In the North it is more "live and let live" than most places. NID has yet to draw intense battle lines nor have succumbed to the fascism of the left or right now invading many parts of the US and Canada.
But I would say that if you saw Idaho as a pet project or fertile ground to push trendy social engineering agenda, opposition will start to manifest.
Living in Sandpoint, I am biased. I see great tolerance and openness here, but it is of the kind without buttons, t-shirts and flashy symbols. I don't know how long it will last, but for the time being it is a very chill place.
But that you are a Democrat and liberal will be a nonevent. You will find kindred spirits, I am sure.
I lived most of my life in the Ohio, Kentucky area. I moved here almost two years ago. Politically, there are few people who are left of me. I have had very few issues with the political climate. The only time it is really ever a "problem" is during the legislative session when I have to read about what they do things I disagree with. However as I am left of most people, this seems to be an issue for me most places other than a few areas in this country. In fact, I feel more accepted out here than I ever have anywhere else I have lived.
I think the fear that you may be feeling is you are attributing things that in the southeast (south) are attributed to conservative/liberal thinking. For instance, I am originally from Cincinnati. When I lived there, there was open hostility to bike lanes/trails, anything that could be labelled "socialism". This was very prevalent with conservative lawmakers, but also noticeable in democratic lawmakers. However, out here, that is a non-issue regardless of political affiliation. In the last election, for instance, the voters in Boise voted to a tax increase so Boise would have $10M to purchase land for trails in the foothills.
The legislature is conservative, but isn't a greater majority of state legislatures conservative. The conservatism here just seems a little more intense than other places. However, if that is your biggest concern, I have found it to be an absolute non-issue, but as my political beliefs are usually more extreme than most, I made a decision to never make it an issue for me. Most people reciprocate this as well.
As a long time Idahoan (moved here in the 50's)
We don't mind Democrats as long as you subscribe to center-right ideals
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I don't mind Democrats
