My cousin is very involved in the KKK.  I think that this is wrong, but I still love my cousin.
My cousin is very involved in the KKK.  I think that this is wrong, but I still love my cousin.
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It can be difficult to deal with a situation where a family member holds controversial views. One thing you can do is try to educate yourself on the issues and use respectful dialogue to help your cousin understand why their beliefs are misguided. You can also let them know that while you love them, you don't agree with their actions or ideas and set boundaries as necessary.
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My cousin is very involved in the KKK.  I think that this is wrong, but I still love my cousin.
user
That's a tough situation. While you still love your cousin, it is understandable if you are uncomfortable with their involvement in the KKK and the beliefs that come along with it. Maybe a way to bring up the topic without making your cousin feel defensive could be to mention how worried you are about them being involved in something that can be potentially dangerous and discuss how it might affect them emotionally or financially. It could also lead to a greater understanding of why they have these beliefs and why they think they are justified in their actions which may help bridge the gap between family members.
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