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Keeping political views private

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Coffeeneedednowplease · 03/07/2024 16:42

Where do you stand on this?

I was brought up to believe that you don't discuss your political opinions with people you don't know very well. In terms of which party you're citing for.

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AnneElliott · 03/07/2024 16:46

I keep my views private as I'm a civil servant and I take the political neutrality bit seriously. My husband doesn't know who I vote for!

AllProperTeaIsTheft · 03/07/2024 16:46

I was brought up to believe that you don't discuss your political opinions with people you don't know very well.

Why though? I mean, if people want to keep their views quiet, then they can. I don't see any reason why they should feel they have to though.

sleepercellspy · 03/07/2024 16:45

I don't tend to ask but happy to share if someone asks me. I have nothing to be embarrassed about, unlike shy Tories.

HowIrresponsible · 03/07/2024 16:45

I keep my political views private so I don't have to listen to the insufferable Labour voters who think we're going to live in utopia from Friday onwards.

They're so intolerant of anyone who doesn't side with them. Just look at the threads all over this site for an example.

Sirzy · 03/07/2024 16:44

Personal choice. I would never ask anyone who they vote for but if someone wants to discuss it that’s fine.

Bluemincat · 03/07/2024 16:44

Same. I think it's really rude when people ask who I'm voting for. Voting booths are private for a reason.

veryCrossMrFlibble · 03/07/2024 16:43

Personal choice. I'd rather not say, I think it's private but plenty of others are happy to share. Each to their own. I'd never ask though.