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Growing up in a conservative family in California, I was used to being the odd one out. But that didn’t calm my nerves when the beautiful woman I’d asked to dinner started questioning my beliefs. “So, you’re pretty much a conservative,” she said, eyebrows raised in surprise. “Does that extend to abortion?” I got a sinking feeling in my stomach, prepared for our date to come to a quick end. Expecting the worst, I said, “Yeah, I just haven’t come across an argument that would make abortion morally justifiable.” But to my great surprise, the conversation continued. In fact, it...

Opposites attract He's a Republican, she's a Democrat. Or vice versa. They might not agree when it comes to politics, but these couples have found love on the 'other side.' It's hard enough choking down forkfuls of Caesar salad during a political skirmish with friends. Try waking up next to the "other side." Politics divides our country and sometimes our bedrooms, too. But a bipartisan relationship isn't necessarily destined for disaster. Just look at Republican Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Democratic scion Maria Shriver, who celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary Wednesday. And, according to state voter registration records, almost 10 percent...