While I agree that there _should_ be no difference in support of
bicycling based on political affiliation, my experience on the PBMVC
back in 2001 was quite an eye-opener.  Alders Borchardt and Bellman
definately held beliefs about the purpose of bicycling which made it
harder to get good things done for bicycle commuters (like bike lanes on
sherman).  Both alders had no problem with recreational cycling.  True,
these are just two examples, but I'll bet if you take a look at Brett
Davis' support of bicycling, it comes mostly in the recreational flavor.

In the end, I believe political affiliation in your audience is
important because your audience's political affilitation can determine
how best to frame the issue to get maximum support.

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