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Is it possible to be friends with people you disagree with politically?
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The Britannica defines friendship as a "state of enduring affection, esteem, intimacy, and trust between two people."
Is it possible to be friends with people you disagree with politically? Some people would say yes, but I have my reservations.
In this episode, I share my thoughts and reflections on why I think that this is not possible.
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