Overall I'd prefer that politics be left out of the equation as we get enough of it crammed in every orifice from the media almost 24/7 anymore (and it's not as fun as a Mistress cramming things in them). I certainly understand the professionals discussing issues that directly affect them professionally. What I don't understand is why so many people (used to see it on the Hang) come to a BDSM site and rant, argue and attack people over politics. Set up a politics board of your own and invite people there if you must spend lots of time ranting about things like that.

I've also found that some people on opposite ends of the spectrum can have rational and intelligent discussions about politics. Others fly off the handle and go into attack mode over everything and frequently know very little about what they are saying.

In the end, to me it's probably best if a Mistress sticks to professional things to minimize the risk of people avoiding her or get herself attacked, either literally or verbally. I wouldn't do so, but would just avoid someone whose stances became a turn off.

Yes, yes and um yes!

I really prefer not to mix politics into my femdom experiences. I do see dommes who I disagree with, but too think of as a refuge away from politics and so much else in life.

Actually a Domme I wanted to session with had political views that were the opposite of mine and I did not contact her.

This is a GREAT question, Mistress Ayn, and i am not saying that because You are my Alpha Mistress. In my decades of experience serving Mistresses, i found that my liberal views are more aligned with my Mistress's but that is only discovered when the relationship progresses beyond the time in a session. Yes, it could create another level of bonding between a Mistress and a slave but, as you point out,it can be divisive. Just a thought (fantasy), i am unsure if other subs are willing to be punished for their political views, perhaps an interesting kink, and a powerful Mistress could do this without exploring if there are differences between Her views and the subs. Is a sub willing to take the cane or whip in professing his/her political views? No answer to Your question for You, Mistress Ayn, but a GREAT conversation starter.