Would you rather date someone with opposing political views or opposing religious views?
I think some religious entities and people are polarizing politics and interweaving them to such an extent that the question becomes almost moot. As some say, I would rather date a liberal Christian than a conservative. Historically, and evangelicals hate to hear this, or read any history of truth: it was liberal evangelicals in the 30's that helped the US come out of the Great Depression. People don't like to think in shades of grey. Marx was correct in so many ways when he said religion is the opiate for the people. Agreeing with that doesn't make you a Marxist when you realize his government system almost always ends in dictatorship. So, I haven't really given an answer for myself. Shades of grey, so, it depends on the individual, but I would lean toward forgiving religious beliefs before dangerous and damning political views.
That's like making me choose between being punched in the face and kicked in the nuts
I take punched in the face.
Neither. Flat out. I'd rather be single forever.
@pinklotus18 I 3rd it. The hell with making my life miserable just to "have" someone. Blech
I couldn't date someone with either. I answered all the questions on e harmony years ago and it told me to go back and change my answers that they didn't have a match for me! ?
Hahahahaha. Awesome
Religious. I've successfully done that in the past. But political ? - especially now ? After "it" has been in office a while, and we know what he's about ? NO - never happen.
I cannot even conceive of being in a relationship with anyone who supports the current occupant of the White House. I can accept differences of opinion on fiscal policy, foreign relations, and military policy as valid differences of opinion, but I refuse to become involved with someone who supports racism and fascism.
These days they are the same thing???? I'll pass. I would rather have a root canal ?.
Neither. Not going to happen. I have standards.
Thank you. My thoughts exactly
Neither. Regarding politics, I don't see myself dating a republican. Most are arrogant, stupid, and bigoted. Regarding religion, I'd like the woman I date not to suffer from IFS (imaginary friend syndrome). And I'd also like not to date a woman living in a fantasy world.
In the past, I have dated both. Politics wasn't really a big deal. Religion wasn't really a big deal. Fast forward to today, and facing the divisions we're all dealing with, religion pales in comparison to the political divide. In conclusion, I'd date someone religious before ever considering dating a Trump supporter. They can go to hell, which does not exist, but y'all get my point.
Neither. I'd try to introduce them to each other and see how that works out.
Opposing Religious views are definitely easier for me to deal with than oppoding political views. Religious views I will respect if that's what gets them through their day. Their religion is their moral compass and personal belief system. As long as they don't impose it on me, I have no interest in arguing about it. However, political views can change society, change our rights and effect us on a real life level. Those are worth discussing, debating and understanding.
Oy. We're going to have to set some definitions here. I would date a theist, provided that they were a sane and respectful one. It might even be fun, because I still find the concept of religions interesting. I don't think I would be able to handle a conservative or libertarian of any religious stripe. Religious fundies are right out though.
The problem is that these are only 2 of a myriad of reasons I wouldn't go on a 2nd date with someone.
@schway At my 'stage of life' It wouldn't make any difference. That mistake was made with my first wife.
The mode of thinking is so bizarre with both that it spills over to everything else. Never happen!!
I wouldn't date either.
I'm not looking to argue with someone all the time.
Opposing religious views, no question at all. I'm happy to compromise with a religious person and respect their views if they'll respect mine. I am absolutely not willing to compromise with far right-wingers, and they most certainly won't respect my views so I could not respect theirs even if I didn't find those views abhorrent..