I have had the same experience. I ask them what they think Sorros would do if he became dictator of Canada and had a huge nuclear arsenal. They don't answer, with words, just the "thousand yard stare".
"I have discussed him with about 12 liberals, and they worship $oreA$$,..."
eb replied, "I have had the same experience!"
What is amazing is how they go after GW and Cheney for being rich, and I cite the wealth of Heinz/Kerry and Soros, and they give me that blank look that you mentioned. I believe that some never thought of Heinz/Kerry and Soros being rich. Only repubies are evil and rich.