Typecast for driving a Prius?

[Bohous]

I think it's sad that the environment has become a partisan issue. I just don't get it. It really underscores just how divided this country is. It's almost as if a large portion of the right has decided that since librulz is pro-environment they must be deny the problem and, in some cases, make a point to show they don't care by proudly driving their land yachts and coming to this board and troll, etc. I see a large number of conservatives on this board. I personally find it encouraging. I hope to start seeing some Prius with McCain stickers patrolling the streets soon just to show other GOPers it's OK to be conservative and environmentally conscious.

[HuskerMedic]

I guess I'm a political anamoly all around. I currently drive a Ford Explorer, but I'm 99% sure I'll be driving a hybrid (Civic or Prius, still researching) within a year. Registered Republican, but staunch union member.

If you had told me one year ago that in one year I would be seriously considering the purchase of a hybrid, I would have told you that you were nuts. I have to admit-the fuel economy was what first piqued my interest. After researching more, though, I've become intrigued by the technology. I am also interested in becoming more green-I would love to be able to live off the grid (typed as my central air conditioner kicks on). Once again, I'm not totally altruistic in this endeavor-I think that the green technology will become more and more financially feasible as energy prices continue upward.

As for the next presidential election, I'm thinking "none of the above".

[BIGGDOGG]

People always think I am a liberal too. Just Because I care about the enviroment, eat healthy, like tofu, reuse bags, and all the rest of the things people should do. Oh well!

[Sufferin' Prius Envy]

How's this for typecasting:

Fox News is a voice of the liberal left.

Proof: The newscasters have Apple computers sitting in front of them with that big Apple logo in plain sight.

[what's that I hear? A collective groan of many Apple users realizing not all Apple comrades are comrades?]

[AdamKPL]

Originally Posted by qbee42

I think I'm in love....

Tom

[skruse]

I agree with fcc. A conservative is "least cost, end use" or long-term. I enjoy being type cast as a conservative driving a Prius and getting a consistent 53+ mpg (30k mi). A "liberal" (least cost, first use) only thinks and acts short term. Our home has an Energy Efficiency Index (EEI) of ≤1.0. Type cast? I hope so. You model what you teach.

[fcc]

Originally Posted by Fraser

By the same token, we shouldn't stereotype everyone who drives a Prius as being "green". I have CF bulbs throughout the house ebcause they last longer and I don't have to change them much. I detest (but understand) the term "green" as applied by and to those who emphasize enviromentalism. We bought a Prius for two reasons: well, 2.5 reasons -- our Taurus was going to need serious work (.5 reason); we wanted to combat our higher and higher fuel bills; and I am interested in soalr energy as the cheapest way to get machines to work for me. If someone wants to think I'm "green", that's their position, but they are making a mistake by thinking so. (And, FCC, not taking potshots at you for your post; just was convenient to quote you.)

Oh I do not feel like you are taking pot shots at me. This is a good thread
and I enjoy the discussion.

Actually you remind me of myself. When I put "green" in quotes it simply
meant that some of the choices we make like CF bulbs is considered being
"green" but we did it for obvious wise reasons. I was also tired of the old
bulb's filaments breaking in my 100 year old house and CF was a no brainer.
I have yet to replace a single one!

I agree with your sentiments.

[micheal]

Originally Posted by Bohous

I think it's sad that the environment has become a partisan issue. I just don't get it. It really underscores just how divided this country is. It's almost as if a large portion of the right has decided that since librulz is pro-environment they must be deny the problem and, in some cases, make a point to show they don't care by proudly driving their land yachts and coming to this board and troll, etc. I see a large number of conservatives on this board. I personally find it encouraging. I hope to start seeing some Prius with McCain stickers patrolling the streets soon just to show other GOPers it's OK to be conservative and environmentally conscious.

You have really hit on some telling points. It is becoming rather annoying for me to listen to conservative talk radio anymore as it seems they tend to go out of their way to dismiss any possible environmental issues. Even to the point of labeling someone who is concerned about our impact on the environment as an Al Gore groupie, global warming religion nut.

I plan on getting a McCain sticker whenever a running mate is chosen and I really need to replace my stewardship bumper sticker soon.

[aminorjourney]

Originally Posted by hyo silver

So Nikki, I guess this means you sold the Volvo?

Hehe... That's one stereotype I didn't adhere to. My last car was a flying banana. No kidding

Haha... Listened to Synder... Pure Gold :P

So if I'm one of those people who is giving all prius drivers a bad name then who is giving us a good name?

Or maybe I'm just a sheep

[Fraser]

Originally Posted by patsparks

I always try to type with more than 2 fingers too.
That is what stereotyping is, isn't it?

Only if the two fingers are on different hands, preferably yours. I have done as high as three fingers on each hand, then retired and I'm lucky if I can type letters in the proper order.