15. Political Discussions to Avoid at Work
I couldn’t believe that he wasn’t voting for my candidate. I thought we were similar.
The client quoted above found herself on the opposite side of the political fence from the owner of a business with which she often dealt, and it affected her attitude toward him.
Anytime there’s a big election looming—whether it’s a nationwide presidential contest or a controversial local race—it can be tempting to get into political discussions at work. After all, you may figure, what’s the harm in admitting who you think should win the election, or in giving your opinion about what should happen in Afghanistan?
The problem is that people often have strong opinions when it comes to politics. In today’s supercharged ...
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