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- Jun 19, 2009
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I took the easy route and married a wonderful women who shared my point of view.. Obviously... she's rather brilliant, reasonable and naturally a Conservative Republican....![lol :lol: :lol:](/styles/smilies/lol.gif)
Now.. on a serious note.. (which is difficult for me) couldn't we all take these suggestions and apply them to the other members on the USMB.. singing cum-by-ya (?) and holding hands..
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How to Keep Your Political Differences From Hurting Your Marriage
* Bridge your differences by agreeing to disagree.
* Don't ridicule one another's opinions.
* Allow your partner to have his/her own convictions.
* Do not try subtle politicizing in your comments about budget planning or when you remind your spouse about needing to get gas in the car.
* Remember to use your listening skills when discussing politics.
* Show respect for each other's political views.
* Don't try to change your spouse's opinions. Instead try to understand those opinions. You can understand something without agreeing with it.
* Look for what the two of you have in common on the political issues.
Marriage and Politics -- How to Keep Your Political Discussions Healthy
![lol :lol: :lol:](/styles/smilies/lol.gif)
Now.. on a serious note.. (which is difficult for me) couldn't we all take these suggestions and apply them to the other members on the USMB.. singing cum-by-ya (?) and holding hands..
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![eusa_hand :eusa_hand: :eusa_hand:](/styles/smilies/eusa_hand.gif)
How to Keep Your Political Differences From Hurting Your Marriage
* Bridge your differences by agreeing to disagree.
* Don't ridicule one another's opinions.
* Allow your partner to have his/her own convictions.
* Do not try subtle politicizing in your comments about budget planning or when you remind your spouse about needing to get gas in the car.
* Remember to use your listening skills when discussing politics.
* Show respect for each other's political views.
* Don't try to change your spouse's opinions. Instead try to understand those opinions. You can understand something without agreeing with it.
* Look for what the two of you have in common on the political issues.
Marriage and Politics -- How to Keep Your Political Discussions Healthy