My whole family dislikes Donald Trump. So does my Church, all my friends, my local community college, and my workplace. My State mostly votes Democrat.
This community is a lot of fun, and it reminds me that I'm not alone. Thank you!
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You're definitely not alone, pede. I have family members, friends, and co-workers that also dislike Trump, but I've found that the majority of level-headed people know better than to allow political disagreements to ruin relationships. Hell, some of the best moments I've had the last four years were the ones spent debating politics with those people over food and drinks. And thank you for posting, because likewise it's a reminder to the rest of us that we're also not alone :)
You seem like a cool guy to chill with across a campfire over a 12 pack. I will always love my family with all my heart, but it still breaks when I hear some of their views on America. I'm just lucky that my family values blood over politics, and that even though it triggers them, I haven't lost friends over my liking Trump!
Lol campfire and beers are right up my alley for sure. For the few I've been able to convert, it's been about consistency and pointing out holes in their arguments. Also calling them out for shifts towards identity politics when discussing. Political discussion should be engaging not distancing; it sounds like your friends and family understand this which is awesome
You're right, consistancy and direct refutations of arguments is crucial. I always try to practice the Golden Rule as I argue from both right reason and human experiance, along with the Bible if the person is Christian. I don't talk politics with my family very often because they all know how I feel and I am not changing their minds, unfortunately. But yes, both sides of my family possess a culture where family is extremely valued. Differences in political beliefs won't even register on that Richtor scale!?