Arguing on a political issue

[Alexandoy]

In the recent months until now, there are so many posts in Facebook about local politics. It is my habit to ignore such posts because I know that politics is not a good issue for it tends to elicit arguments and debates. The other weekend during the reunion of my former colleagues, politics was the hot topic and someone remarked they have noticed my silence. I just excused myself for the bathroom but in truth, I am uncomfortable with the topic and I tend to develop anxiety for fear of engaging someone in an argument about a senseless topic.

 

[jy76]

In the recent months until now, there are so many posts in Facebook about local politics. It is my habit to ignore such posts because I know that politics is not a good issue for it tends to elicit arguments and debates. The other weekend during the reunion of my former colleagues, politics was the hot topic and someone remarked they have noticed my silence. I just excused myself for the bathroom but in truth, I am uncomfortable with the topic and I tend to develop anxiety for fear of engaging someone in an argument about a senseless topic.

Your fear of politics is well justified. Some people cannot discuss the topic with mutual respect. Each side wants to bully those with an opposing viewpoint. In that case, it's better to avoid such people or avoid the topic.

 

[to7update]

Sometimes I feel that debating politics is something impossible because there is always an argument for this or for that. If we simply say we don't believe in politicians because they are corrupt we are accused of generalizing, if we do believe in some political party there are always arguments that other is better. The fact is that no one is right, so it that makes you feel uncomfortable, the bathroom might be a good solution for that situation.

 

[Lyndra]

I really feel for you. It is difficult when someone wants to bring up a political debate at what should be a pleasant gathering, and I have never understood why people do that because it tends to start arguments. I'd surprised they would bring this up around work colleagues though, since it seems likely to sour good relationships and create problems in the office. If changing the subject isn't possible, then excusing yourself as you did is probably the only option.

 

[Alex]

Most people know that it's a difficult topic and people should be free to discuss things or not. I find myself at odds with people, but I hear them out. Sometimes it's best to just say you'd rather not talk about it and leave it at that. I often have to do that, and the fact is people will not always see eye to eye.

No one should feel obliged to discuss their political views, but when they are different it can lead to fractured relationships.

 

[Jasmin Cottontail]

In the recent months until now, there are so many posts in Facebook about local politics. It is my habit to ignore such posts because I know that politics is not a good issue for it tends to elicit arguments and debates. The other weekend during the reunion of my former colleagues, politics was the hot topic and someone remarked they have noticed my silence. I just excused myself for the bathroom but in truth, I am uncomfortable with the topic and I tend to develop anxiety for fear of engaging someone in an argument about a senseless topic.

Yes it is not necessary or mandatory for all people to engage with political discussions. I understand how you feel because I myself wouldn't really want to be engaged with such topics, since people have different political perspectives. And I also don't think it is recommended to discuss something like this in a reunion or a party because it may only cause arguments and misunderstandings, since people have different beliefs and opinions so one may not accept and respect other people's point of view and with that, perhaps it can just ruin the night.

 

[fuzyon]

I don't follow politics at all, I find the subject boring and after all it's pointless to argue about them since you can't influence anyone. As long as the people leading my country aren't limiting myself and cutting off opportunities I don't care who's our leader. I tend to steer away from the conversations regarding this matter, mostly because I can't add anything to the discussion.

 

[misszerable]

Politics and religion are both divisive topics so I shy away from both when I'm with friends or colleagues. I've been accessing Facebook a lot less lately because of these 'fake news' and fake news sites. I get really disappointed with friends/classmates/officemates who share nonsense political write ups that are obviously biased and untrue. To be honest, I don't like and I'm not proud of what's happening in our country. I am shocked and saddened by the apathy and contempt of many people towards others who are yet to be proven guilty.

 

[Natasha0717]

In the recent months until now, there are so many posts in Facebook about local politics. It is my habit to ignore such posts because I know that politics is not a good issue for it tends to elicit arguments and debates. The other weekend during the reunion of my former colleagues, politics was the hot topic and someone remarked they have noticed my silence. I just excused myself for the bathroom but in truth, I am uncomfortable with the topic and I tend to develop anxiety for fear of engaging someone in an argument about a senseless topic.

To be honest, politics just never really interested me that much. I was hoping Hillary would win, but I didn't vote, so I was only mildly disappointed when she didn't. So I don't talk too much to anyone about politics, simply because other topics just seem soooo much more interesting to me, and that's why other people don't even bother talking to me about it either, because they know they won't get very far.

Oh, but when they have some strange new medical symptom that they need advice on.....that's when they come runnin' to me. I'm not a doctor. But I seriously should be. It's almost scary how much medical info I store in this brain.

 

[janemariesayed]

I've heard the saying 'never discuss religion or politics.' The reason I think is because people get heated. There is so much going on at the moment and most of us do feel one way or another. It is best to steer clear of these discussions so you are doing the right thing. I hate any kind of discord. Apart from liking the odd post on Facebook or sharing one, I tend to keep my views quiet because I may end up in an argument. That makes me anxious, and angry. I hate that others can express themselves without any care while I have to keep quiet. If I was to say what I think, they would just tell me that I am wrong. That means I have to argue my defense which of course they have to retaliate. It is all meaningless.