Family

Is it better for families to avoid discussing politics at home?

For

It prevents unnecessary arguments that can divide loved ones.

Against

Avoiding real topics keeps families from learning respect for differences.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • It was always an etiquette rule - don’t discuss politics or religion in social settings.
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • We have been afraid to ask them to refrain from politics during dinner because we don’t know how they would react.
    RedditOriginal language: English

Against

  • Politics is the discussion, study, and practice of how society functions, and it is therefore woven into every facet of our lives.
    RedditOriginal language: English
  • My spouse and I discuss politics all the time
    RedditOriginal language: English
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