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In reply to the discussion: Do not ever make the mistake of thinking that the Republicans are anything but the enemy. [View all]mercymechap
(579 posts)(Limbaugh) called Democrats terrorists and think we are more terrifying than terrorists.
I have a son that is a Republican, and we don't ever discuss politics because we know we are not going to come to any compromise. Even though I raised him the same as the others, I don't understand why he leans right, but I can see that he is more about himself than the others, doesn't think anybody ever helped him and does show a bit of selfishness, all trademarks of most Republicans. My in-laws are also Republicans, and although I have told them over and over not to send their propaganda, it's almost like they are deaf. It has almost cost us the relationship. My husband and I have dear friends that happen to be Republican, but we have so many other things in common, and we respect the right to differ in that area that for 7 years it has not been a problem. They may not be our "enemy" per say, but voting for the things their leaders stand for is as close to being an enemy than anything else I can think of. So, lighten up!