That one I could never understand! I could see mushy-middle, not really political sorts marrying, but Mary Matalin with James Carville!? It’s a mystery for the ages. Must be some Sado Masochistic thing...never mind. :)
Myself, I couldn’t imagine being married to a liberal. My husband was apolitical when I met him, lo so many years ago. He’s as conservative as I am, if not more so, these days.
I hope you are wrong.. Whips and stuff.. gulp.. but at least it’s a reason.. :/