What dont you like about this hobby

[Gary S]

I get the feeling that, if I were to make what I consider equally politicized statements reflecting my views, I wouldn't be welcomed.

Okay, I understand now. I mistakenly read into your previous comment that these "evil guys" were going out of their way to keep you down. Like Scubadude said before, it is all in how you react. There isn't much you can do about the attitudes, so just ignore them. Enjoy the hobby, and don't feel like you are oppressed.