he was a blue collar, union dem from the word go. I grew up hearing the mantra that the dems are for the working man, and the republicans are for the rich guys. It was a thorn in my dad's side that both of his kids grew up to be republicans! many a screaming fight was had at our holiday gatherings over politics. But i have to say, my dad was at my house for Easter when Elian was snatched and he cried right along with me over that.