The Liberal Gene

Since I'm heading to the Rally to Restore Sanity manana I guess I have the gene and had a lot of friends in HS.

From WaPo...

Is there a gene for liberals? Well, not quite, but scientists say they have found the first evidence that a gene can play a role in shaping an individual's political leanings.

In this case, it appears a variation of a gene known as DRD4, which had previously been linked to risk-taking behavior, also makes people more likely to be liberal. But there's a catch: That's only the case if they had a lot of friends when they were in high school.

The researchers speculate that having that the gene may make people more interested in seeking out new experiences, including learning about the points of views of their friends, exposing them to a "wider diversity of viewpoints" and leading to their liberalism.

So does that mean conservatives play it safe...ehh, are conservative, and didn't have many friends in HS? Just asking.