Sure, liberals cut off conservative family members. But morally, it’s not the right thing to do. So instead I’ve become an expert at changing the subject.
Liberal relative: Trump would be a disaster for America.
Me: I’m thinking of updating my cell phone. Any suggestions?
Notice that I didn’t offer a counter-argument. That rarely works when discussing politics or religion. Better that the person offers his own counter-argument. Then you can gently nudge him in the right direction.
Liberal relative: I can’t believe how expensive food has become.
Me: Most food moves by truck. And with the Keystone Pipeline closed, gas is more expensive.
Liberal relative: Trump would be a disaster for America.
Me: See that Bears game last week?
My response would be something like, *Time will tell. We'll just have to wait and see what happens.*
If they were to push it, I'll tell them I'm not going to get worked up about speculation or hypotheticals.