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5 Things I Would Rather Talk About Than Politics

There is so much to discuss

Victoria Grace Boswell
Nov 21, 2016
State University of New York at Potsdam
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Politics has been the main focus of discussion for the last year. Tensions are high and people are feeling many things as this election has come to a close. But it is possible to talk about other things, and for me, it is actually preferable at this point. Here are five topics I would rather discuss than politics.

1. The snow

The snow is coming! It will be here before Thanksgiving this year, which is pretty exciting for those of you who enjoy being uncomfortably cold. It will be cold, gross and pretty I guess, but no matter how much I dislike it, it's still more fun than talking about politics.

2. My dog

I have a really cute dog. I will show you pictures if you want! He is actually the cutest dog ever. We can fight about that though-- better than fighting about politics.

3. The new Gilmore Girls special

I did not watch all of the original Gilmore Girls episodes. Please, tell me about them-- every episode. I would be happy to listen! Tell me who your favorite character is, and why this special is going to be so great.

4. Your life

What's new? It seems like we haven't talked about the little things for a while. What color did you decide to paint your kitchen? How did your test go? I want to hear about the little things.

5. Memes

Always memes.

We should talk about politics in a way that is conducive to intelligent debate, not moronic ramblings. I have had few constructive conversations and, until I have something more to bring to the table than simply my opinion, I would like to talk about other things.

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