One of those moms — who I assume really was excited to meet Criss on behalf of her children — is former presidential candidate Michele Bachmann. The Republican is known for her opposition to gay rights, so it’s surprising she would approve of a show with several gay characters, including that of Criss. “I never let my politics supersede my manners,” Criss — who’s straight in real life — notes. “She came up with her husband and was sweet as can be. She was like, ‘My kids love the show. I don’t watch it myself, but I’d love it if you could sign these postcards.’ It dawned on me that she didn’t know what the hell ‘Glee’ was.