“Never discuss politics or religion in polite company; it will only cause ill-will and indigestion. Should an unpleasant discourse threaten the peace, smile serenely and quickly change the subject.”
Abigail Jenkins’ 1875 rule of etiquette.
This is a 'rule' of behaviour that has served me well over the decades. People tend to make too many assumptions about a person who supports (or fails to denounce) a particular political party, stance or personality. Regardless, I have yet to see a 'proper' discussions of politics (or religion) that hasn't descended into either becoming an echo chamber or a kindergarten playground.
Politics or religion in general and in the abstract I'm all in favour of discussing, but folk get too tied up in defending or promoting their position for me to enjoy seeing political discussion in the particular.
