Political leanings nature rather than nurture

I'm old enough now to know the facts often don't amount to much when presented in a context involving firmly held misconceptions or prejudices. The idea that political views are rationally developed is hopeful at best.

In "The laws of nature: How to spot a conservative" Telegraph science editor, Roger Highfield, reports science has found that people who are more easily shocked or disturbed by loud noises or shocking images tend to be conservatives when their political stances on a variety if issues are examined.

Conversely, people more able to take these things in their stride tend to be of a liberal persuasion.

The research indicates that people at either end of the political spectrum may well perceive the world around them in differing ways, perhaps leading them to different conclusions as a response.

It's obvious when you think about it....watching others respond to things you also see, but in very different ways. You may not understand why they are so excited, or not excited, contrasting that with your own response. It appears there may be a genuine physiological difference operating.

It may then be temping for each to then refer to the other as a form of dysfunction.

Some will fight for freedom and civil liberties while others will give up anything for what they think will bring them security. Both groups will likely think the other has their head firmly stuck where the Sun never shines.