Things You Always Suspected

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Hamilton Nolan

04/03/08 04:17PM

Filed to: Rock

A new survey of men who listen to "classic rock" radio stations reveals that most of them are voting Republican. "The survey found women and fans of alternative radio, featuring '80s and '90s rock, tend to be Democratic, while men and classic rockers lean Republican." [Reuters]

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Tyrant Biggles Hamilton Nolan 04/03/08 04:29PM

It wouldn't surprise me if Ralph Reed cranked up the Van Halen on his way home from work. Both seem equally soul-less.

PimpMyCouch Hamilton Nolan 04/03/08 04:29PM

Don't they realize that the Republicans want to severely curtail their ability to rock and roll all night, and party every day?

@Nic Fit: Indeed. "Afternoon Delight" was about just going for a nice stroll with your lady friend, right?

TedSez Hamilton Nolan 04/03/08 04:47PM

@Nic Fit: I get what you're saying,. But "alternative" implies a certain newness. A radio station that plays 20-year-old songs (many of which are also played on all the other "classic rock" stations) shouldn't be calling itself that.

humptyhump Hamilton Nolan 04/03/08 05:04PM

@collegecallgirl, don't stop believin'. they can blind you with science.

from further in the story:

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yeah, that makes sense!