How do you "train" your child to be a Republican or a Democrat or whatever? I know a parent can indoctrinate certain religious/political values into their children but when you turn 18 shouldn't the kid be given the opportunity to make his own choices and seek his parents' guidance whenever he feels he needs it or whenever his parents seek to impart it. What kind of family is this? The father sounds like a real dick and I believe the son is doing the right thing. He should just continue with his website, continue raising funds, complete his education and when he becomes successful contribute a shitload of money to The Democratic Party.
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