Political Differences Test Relationships - Couples Employ Strategies, from Avoidance to Understanding, to Manage Partisan Divides
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Americans are divided on whether opposing political views are a dealbreaker in relationships. Some say avoid politics altogether, while others feel it requires compartmentalizing.
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A study found that couples with political differences may split TV time between preferred news outlets, consume news separately, or avoid discussions.
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Some couples focus on understanding each other's views and focusing on other things rather than politics.
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One woman said she divorced her "right-winger" husband over political differences, saying "Leave 'em."
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One man advised not being completely honest about political views to avoid arguments, saying some things don't bear relevance in a relationship.