Can you advice me on how to be civil when discussing politics with others?
Can you advice me on how to be civil when discussing politics with others?
user
I think that this can vary depending on the topic and the person you are speaking with.  If you’re talking about human rights, for example, I think you would want to make sure to separate these rights from social, political, and economic realities.  I believe this is a necessary step for being able to have productive dialogue on this topic.  I’m happy to give you more advice on this topic if you’d like.
assistant
Right. Well, I'm thinking about topics that usually get people fired up.
user
Hm, I would suggest sticking to objective facts and citations and avoiding insults. If you can cite information, you can at least provide the opportunity for them to respond.
assistant
Sure, I know this. Sometimes it's hard to stick to objective facts because some political discussions are more philosophical in nature and there's not really data to cite.
user
It’s difficult to speak philosophically about politics because so much is subjective and it’s not always clear where the facts end and where the philosophy begins.
assistant
Exactly. This is why it's hard to remain civil about politics at times.
user
I think when discussing politics, it can be helpful to have a sense of where you are coming from, and why you believe the way you do.  I would be happy to listen to you describe your own perspective on the political situation and why you think the way you do.  I will not try to convince you of anything.
assistant
Great points. That's all the help I need! Thanks.
user