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Be honest now, is race, religion, or politics an issue for you, when it comes to dating?

1st, we're both too damned old to do much racing. (Answer: Nope!)
2nd, we love each other religiously. (Answer:Nope!)
3rd, neither of us is running for office. (Answer: Nope!)
4th, the only time dating comes into play for us is if it has "carbon14" in front of it and we're not quite that old! (Answer: Huh?)

This subject has come up before in the forums.


I believe they are all important when deciding whom to date.

As spicy said, every aspect of the person is important.

I would not date seriously, anyone who did not have the same religious belief or spirituality as myself. I am a very spiritual person and he must be able to understand where I am comming from, as much of the time, when I speak, it is not from my own wisdom. Having a kindred spirit is very important.

Most know that politics is one of my favorite subjects. He must have understanding of what is going on in the world. If he has no interest... he would be very boring to me.

This is why I like the forums so much and feel that they are so helpful. You get to see what kind of viewpoint others have and see where common ground can bring others together. Someone I may not normally be attracted to on the surface, can strike my attention quickly when he has a passion for the same kind of political revelations as myself and he is aware of the spirit realm and active in it.

We are all at different levels in these areas. I would like to find someone near the same level as myself. It is important to be equally yoked.

Opposites attract, Physics101......

Well race and politics I can deal with but what gets me totally turned off are radical Muslims.One would think that only applies to men but the woman I once met proved me wrong.She sent me running after only meeting her 30 minutes.Very scary indeed.

I do not slam the muslim religion but the fanatics who take their believes too far, so relax please.

No......as long as she doesn't force her views of race,religion,or politics onto me.

Race, not for me but for my parents. For me it would be cultural diffs, not interested in the popular idea of Goth, emo, punk or gangsta cuts out a large number.

Religion, blah. I'm a Spiritual/Christian Humanist but to get along with family is another issue.

Politics? ...Must die for humanity to survive.

I think that most people actually define who they are by a set of beliefs. Their individual set of beliefs make them a particular individual. When they start to state who they are, they say things like I am religious, or spiritual, or could never do this or have that because I believe..............????????

I find that it is very rare to find anyone who can seem to step outside of their often narrow belief comfort zone to actually meet another individual on a different set or level of beliefs, and therein lies the problem.

Personally I find that having a particular set of beliefs is often very limiting on all levels, so I try not to confine myself and try to accept everything as being ok or possible or worth trying, at least once, so long as it does not appear to damage a person physically, psychologically or philosophically.

We are all limited, even with ever-changing-beliefs, sometimes very limited, and that makes it almost impossible to co-habit with anyone, or even to get on with some, on a daily basis, on even the most basic levels. JMO

Race, no.

Um, the other two. yes.

Sorry.

Religion and politics yes, race no. Race is definitely not an isssue for me; I have dated and been involved with more non-WASP men than not. Religion is important only in the sense I have no religion and think I would not have much in common with someone who had strong religions feelings. Politics is an issue---however, can be worked with, I think. Strangely, though I am very much a liberal politically and never hesitate to express my opinions, I seem to often attract conservatives...don't know why...However, we can get along as long as he is willing to treat my ideas with respect, I am willing to treat his with respect as well. Religion and values are important when building a relationship with someone...I think studies have shown this to be true.

I have always believed that people who date each other compromise on what their differences are. Usually, when you find that person, you guys have worked out what you differ on. So many things to be looked at in this generation as opposed to before. Just choose wisely and you will be fine. People dating, as in real life, make this world go round. Just don't sacrifice any of your beliefs just to have someone in your life. It lies in the choices you or the other person makes.

oh ricky

when will you ever bust out and be silly?

none of the above.
must have a good personality
also helps if he is hot

Race, No



Religion, Perhaps depending on what it was. Satinistism is one I can not allow.



Politics: I don't care what their views are as long as they don't force them onto me! And if they go on and on about something and I start falling asleep, don't get mad okay? LOL



Hmm.... other then that I guess morals or what they agree is crossing the line and what is not when it comes to what they should and should not do with others while in a relationship. Meaning, if one is looking for an open relationship and the other is not,,,, then that's an issue.

If one is a natural flirt and the other is over jealous or insecure then that's an issue.... right???? Just to clarify I am not looking for an open relationship but am a natural flirt sometimes so .....

ummm race - tried different race... it has issues like cultural differences that can be a major obstacle to overcome.

Religion - I'm a freak of nature... I have all these weird things that I can do.. and that happen to and around me... Christians pray for my eternal soul.. and others just turn and run for the most part *shrugs* guess I'll find my soul mate when I find a man that understands what I'm going through

ok... this one has always confused me... politics - I believe in pro choice, pro guns, pro technology (I will forevermore cherish running water), pro environmental conservation (as long as its reasonable), and pro kids... but the school systems need to be revamped BAD.... does this make me left, right or center?

Politics may have a play in it.

race: no, religion: not really, politics: hell yeah

Race is not an issue. neither is religion or politics

Here here. Heart is a must as well as a big sense of humor and a ravishing smile won't hurt either. All the rest are a bonus if compromise is cool. As long as religion is not forced on me, I could live with it. and race is never a problem. I have experienced many races. Just some of the people were first class ###holes.

I want and need to be able to share all of my important beliefs with someone. Religion and politics are included in this of course, so yes religion and politics would be a dealbreaker for me.