"Of course," you say, "that sounds great." The two of you agree on a time and a place, and you go home to get ready. Time drags on while you're waiting, but evenutally you're ready to leave, and you head out to meet this interesting new person.
You meet her at the coffee shop, get some drinks, and sit down for some light conversation. She's smart and funny and you actually have a lot in common. Things are going well until...something goes horribly wrong. "So," she says, "how do you vote?" That question could lead to bonding and closeness. It doesn't.