I think the main problem is the stereotype of being a lefty, hence not being taken seriously. I consider myself a lefty, but I am not vegan, I do not look for riot cops to antagonize at protests, I want to learn how to shoot a gun (but not own one), do not have my hair in dreads, do not wear strictly organic cotton/ hemp clothing, do not believe in "save/ protect the children because they're the future," and I will listen to the opposing argument (even though I know I probably won't agree).