Tynan,
I want to preface this post before I go into my response. First off I will freely admit I am not a political guru. I am knowledge of politics to an extent, but am no expert. I usually keep my political beliefs to myself.
Secondly, I want to say that I hold you in the highest esteem for what you've done in the PUA Community. You seem like a really cool guy.
But I find some of your political beliefs scary and appalling. Let me emphasize NOT YOU, just your way of thinking politically.
Let me get into specifics. Part of the reason you are voting for Ron Paul is he getting rid of medicaid?
I'm sorry, but my father is on Medicaid. He has a heart condition. We can't afford regular medical insurance. Medicaid helps my father get good medical care and medication. Without that we'd really be up the creek without a paddle.
I can understand people's frustrations with welfare. There is a lot of people who abuse the system. But there is also a LOT of people who legitimately need it.
When I was struggling financially on my own I applied for food stamps. Yes you don't have to be a parent to get them. I couldn't fall back on my father at the time due to personal circumstances I prefer not to get into. I was barely able to make rent. And those food stamps saw me through rough times. Now I am back on my feet now thankfully.
Tynan, again I don't know you. But from what I recollect, you come from a somewhat privileged background. I am not saying rich, but a stable financial background family-wise.
I can put myself in your shoes. Understanding how difficult it is emphasizing with people who come from different situations than yourself.
But still, I think you should try to get all perspectives on specific issues. Before you make a final judgement.
I hope you understand that I'm offering only constructive criticism here. Otherwise I have a lot of respect for you. To reitenirate, you seem like a cool guy. Just ask that you keep what I said in mind next time you dip your feet into political waters.