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CrispyQ

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2. My rule is to be polite & nonpolitical, so as not to ruin the event.

Reply to Joinfortmill (Original post)

Sun Nov 23, 2025, 11:22 AM

Nov 23

If they don't behave as well, they get one warning, "We don't talk politics," & if they bring it up again, then all bets are off. Sorry hosts, but fascists & pedo-enablers who won't shut up need to be shamed, & if it's at your dinner table, so be it.

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Only know one Trump voter personally.... [View all] Joinfortmill Nov 23 OP

Talk about things you agree on Polybius Nov 23 #1

My rule is to be polite & nonpolitical, so as not to ruin the event. CrispyQ Nov 23 #2

I think maybe politely leaving is the better option - (just my two cents) stopdiggin Nov 23 #5

Well, don't start anything. chowmama Nov 23 #3

let it be known that you anticipate a convivial and enjoyable evening stopdiggin Nov 23 #4