This question’s on my mind because my coworker today mentioned they would vote for Trump if they could (mind you this is 2023, in Canada). I don’t generally have the talking points or the desire to fight about it, so I just deflected the conversation. But I often wish I was more strong-willed and could try to figure out why someone believes what they do and, if it’s invalid, then convince them otherwise.

Thus, I’m curious what you all would say or what you’ve done in the past!

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    1 year ago

    Are you sure they’re your friend and not just someone you have to work with?

    Personally, I don’t consider fascists my friends.

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      1 year ago

      Since you’re addressing me specifically, I consider them a ‘friendly coworker’. I would happily move on when I stop working but day to day my interactions are pleasant. I considered titling as coworker, but I thought friend applied more generally and would encourage discussion.

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        1 year ago

        Oh sure, I work with people who have said some pretty crazy shit but I’m not openly hostile to them or anything. I also have nothing to do with them outside of work and if they get too out of line I might still call them out at work.