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The recent story of Jeanne Stevens, the Republican candidate to the State House of Representatives for Connecticut got us to thinking. All other issues aside (assuming the issues that were important to you were already covered) would you be more or less inclined to vote for a MMOG player?

Many people consider MMOGs to be a horrible time-sink, with the potential of addiction -- so MMOGing may not be something you want in an elected official. Others feel that it's just a particularly savvy way to enjoy free time since you don't have to worry about paying for gas or a lot for extras on a night out. (Frugality, it can be argued, is a great trait for an elected official to have!) What do you think? More or less likely to get your votes? Does it really matter?

MassivelyThe Daily Grind: Would you vote for a gamer? originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 08 Jun 2008 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Politicians proclaiming their love for World of Warcraft is not a new thing, but in a recent interview with Wandering Goblin, we get treated to some information on the playing style of Jeanne Stevens, Republican candidate for the Connecticut legislature.

In this interview, Stevens reveals that her three Horde characters -- a 70 Orc Hunter, a 58 Troll Shaman and a 53 Blood Elf Rogue -- are a way for her to relax in her mostly PvE playstyle. She also brings up some wonderful points regarding parenting and gaming. "Parents need to start parenting!" she says. "You are the adult. You are responsible for what happens within your home. If you don't like the content of a t.v. show, game, book, etc., don't allow it in your home - that is your choice - you get to be the legislator, you make the laws of your home." We couldn't agree more, and it's certainly refreshing to hear someone in such potential legislative power say something like that.

MassivelyRepublican legislative candidate speaks about her 70 Orc Hunter originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 07 Jun 2008 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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