Actually, Slovenia is right next to Italy, catholic, and considered part of Western Europe.  It is one of the reasons they jumped ship soon after Tito died and Yugolsavia began its break-up.  It directly led to me going to Tuzla, Bosnia for a year.  As a side note, the first family (Bill, Hillary, and Chelsea) visited Eagle Base while I was there.  One of my NCO's (female) tent that she lived in and was in charge of, was visited by Hillary and Chelsea because of their Christmas decorations.  I just threw that in there for folks who like the game "Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon."  I still think you should check-out the Libertarian Party.  Both you and Jaded Jade would fit right in.