Conservatives and liberals continue to be at odds, with the recent finale of Love is Blind Season 8 becoming the latest focal point for their online disputes. As the popular Netflix reality series wraps up another season, the emotional highs and lows have sparked significant backlash and intense reactions across social media platforms.

Following the conclusion of the finale, Fox Corporation’s OutKick host Tomi Lahren expressed her frustration on X/Twitter, stating, “Is there anything more annoying than a liberal white woman?” This comment came in response to Sara Carlton's decision to reject Ben Mezzenga at the altar.

Conservatives say Ben Mezzenga ‘dodged a bullet’ with Sara Carlton's rejection

Laura Ingraham of Fox News expressed a similar sentiment, replying to Lahren's tweet with her own sarcastic comments directed at the Love Is Blind contestant. She stated on the social media platform, "Let’s find him a nice, conservative 20-something girl. He’ll look back and laugh at this." The host of OutKick concurred with her, remarking, "He dodged a bullet."

The contentious political divide sparked a significant discussion following oncology nurse Sara Carlton's unexpected decision to reject Ben Mezzenga just prior to their wedding. The reason for her choice lies in her desire for a partner who aligns with her values. Unfortunately, the reality star groom-to-be did not share her perspectives on critical issues such as Black Lives Matter, gay marriage, and the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Following the revelation, Sara articulated her perspective: “I apologize if this is misunderstood. My feelings for you remain strong, and I find everything about you remarkable. I genuinely care for you.”

In response, Mezzenga expressed, “I care for you as well. My love for you is profound, and I wish to continue our relationship and nurture its growth, if you are open to it.” Carlton, however, interjected with a blunt, “We’ll see.”

This uncomfortable exchange led to some awkward laughter in the room as Sara elaborated, “I recognize that our connection is authentic, and my heart is fully invested. However, when we discussed the values that are deeply important to me, my mind insists that I cannot proceed with this decision.”

Ultimately, she exited the room, looking stunning in her attire. Moments later, she was seen confiding in her mother and sister in the car, explaining why the situation was such a significant dealbreaker for her.

“I recall asking him about Black Lives Matter. While I’m not an expert, his response was, ‘I guess I never really thought too much about it,’” she recounted to them.

Love Is Blind contestant leaves groom-to-be over politics

Moreover, Sara alluded to the church Mezzenga attended. “I asked him too, like, what his church’s views are, and he said he didn’t know. So then I watched a sermon online about sexual identity, and it was traditional,” she recalled. ”I told that to Ben … he doesn’t really have that much to say about it, you know? I want someone to think about that stuff.” During her personal talking head moment, Carlton considered the possibility of their bond being all about “surface fun.”

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Internet reacts to the shocker Love Is Blind Season 8 finale

The conservative audience was quick to criticize Sara's choices and opinions, while the liberals took pleasure in observing the reaction from the opposing side, particularly in light of the incident where "a man on Love Is Blind was rejected at the altar for being a right-wing homophobe and antivaxxer."

Many commentators highlighted that the eighth season of the popular series was filmed in Minneapolis, Minnesota, a city that became a focal point for the Black Lives Matter movement in 2022 after the death of George Floyd. Ben's diplomatic assertion that he had “no thoughts” on the matter significantly influenced Carlton’s decision.

While a substantial portion of the conservative audience maintained that Mezzenga had “dodged a bullet,” others supported Sara’s ultimate choice but criticized her for the delay in making it. One user remarked on X, “I commend her for it but also question why it took her so long to recognize his true nature … she was aware of this before they reached the altar.”

Numerous viewers were swift to label the most recent season of the Netflix franchise as “the worst” to date, particularly in relation to Sara and Virginia’s decisions to reject their respective partners.

“One must acknowledge that this season was indeed disappointing, but credit is due to the women who declined their partners due to concerns regarding their political views and troubling values. It was the right choice,” one individual tweeted. Another viewer commented, “While this season may have lacked excitement, it concluded on a high note with Virginia and Sara publicly shaming two foolish conservative men at the altar.”

Love Is Blind Season 8 reunion comes two days after the finale

In addition to Sara and Ben reaching the finale, the show, hosted by the real-life couple Nick and Vanessa Lachey, featured the following couples in the final episode: Monica and Joey, Devin and Virginia, as well as Daniel and Taylor.

Ultimately, only one couple exchanged vows at the altar: Daniel Hastings and Taylor Haag.

With the latest season concluded, the reunion for Love Is Blind Season 8 is scheduled to commemorate five years of the series. The new reunion episode, which has received an Emmy nomination, will be available for streaming on Netflix at 9 pm ET / 6 pm PT on Sunday, March 9.

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