In light of what has happened to Rep. Anthony Weaver recently, I've been pondering what long lasting effects being a member of our hobby could potentially have on your future aspirations.
I mean, hypothetically, let's say I were to have some future aspirations to be in public service . . . senator . . . representative . . . mayor (I don't, but for the sake of argument, let's say I did). Imagine being at a press conference, talking about a tax plan that I want to get passed, when one of the members of the press stands and asks, "Mr (insert my government name here), can you explain where your nick name of 'Phil Hardman' comes from?" In an instant, my career would be over . . . and to think of the potential ladies that could come out and say yeah, "Phil Hardman" did such-and-such with me, etc . . .
Simply put, there are some jobs out there where the skeletons that may be in your closet become fair play for your detractors, from credit reports, nasty divorces, and yes, participation in the hobby. I've been in the hobby since 2004, and have seen dozens of ladies BCD, and met dozens of guys (some that have even become friends) along the way.
Thoughts?