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Summary

Post-election tensions are causing many Americans to rethink Thanksgiving plans, with some choosing not to spend the holiday with family members who oppose their political values.

A CBS News/YouGov poll found 71% plan to avoid political discussions, while 1 in 10 have changed plans over voting disagreements.

Liberals cite moral concerns, while conservatives feel alienated for their views.

Experts attribute the division to polarization fueled by social media and misunderstandings between parties.

Conflict resolution services, such as a Thanksgiving hotline, are being offered to help families navigate the divide.

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[–] Semi_Hemi_Demigod 41 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

I'm lucky because my family yells about politics but we're just loudly agreeing with each other and getting more incensed

[–] Sterile_Technique 38 points 3 months ago

Liberals cite moral concerns, while conservatives feel alienated for their views.

Kinda telling, right there.

...not that it'll prompt any kind of self awareness.

[–] TOModera 5 points 3 months ago

I'm in Canada, and our Thanksgiving was a month ago. Given weed is legal here, I too avoided the truly deranged politics by flying to the moon. Good times. Also my turkey turned out amazing.

[–] FlyingSquid 4 points 3 months ago

I thankfully have a medical excuse to not be at Thanksgiving long. I'm going to go say hi to all of my wife's family quickly and then leave and spend the rest of the day in a lounge at the student union at my alma mater in a comfy chair by a fireplace (it's a really nice student union).