I'm a recently recovering Republican. I've been steeped deep in the red much of my life.
There's a lot I don't understand about progressive politics, but I'm trying to learn.
I want to thank the CoSo people who are patient with me, understand where I come from, and who understand the road isn't easy to travel from right to left.
This Thanksgiving, I'm thankful that I can see a wider range of views, and learn what you already know with an open mind and open heart.
Thank you, CoSo! ❤️
@quinnsentialOne I grew up solidly Democrat. My father had to change his party affiliation to get my grandfather's approval to marry my mom. But I am also from a small city and was raised with conservative values (relatively speaking).
I'm willing to answer any questions you have or engage on discussion. Though I would be speaking for myself and not an entire political party.
Democrats are so varied we cannot fit under one umbrella.. we need a couple blocks long store front canopy. 🤣
@ChippySuave Thank you! This is something I find very different and much more refreshing, the varied ideas.
With my family, almost everyone is unified in a single direction. Even if they disagree, they tow a solid line in one direction. If you're not with them, you're against them. There's no wiggle room for questions or "what if". Those of us in my family who are not rigidly "Trump Trump Trump" are being ostracized, and then they blame us for being full of hate.
@ChippySuave Sometimes, not talking can be the right choice.
My Dad no longer talks to me because of my break from the Republicans. I hope, someday, I can tell him stories of where I've been, where I am now, and he can relate to those.
My sister talks to me, as long as I don't make anything political.
But, she's gone from "I hate gay people" to "I don't like gay people". It's slow progress, but it's progress.
I take the little wins and secretly fist pump that I've made it that far with her.
@quinnsentialOne Two of my brothers bend to the Republican side and voted for Trump. My other brother and I do not and did not. We just choose not to talk politics.
I also have a little bit of a rebel streak in me, so there is that.