<p>So, I know that Reed has a reputation as a liberal hotbed, and I'm fine with that...my best friend is a self-described "Communist". I'm just wondering, maybe someone can tell me from personal experience...are there actually any conservatives or right-leaning libertarians at Reed? Are they tolerated, or reviled?</p>
<p>Pretty much everything I said about Christians at Reed goes for conservatives. Challenging beliefs is a core Reed value. If you're okay with having your political views challenged, it's not a problem. If it does bother you, Reed would probably make you crazy. Portland is a pretty liberal city, too -- but you probably know that.</p>