conservatives in a liberal workplace?

Question

i am a moderate republican working in the social services field. any other conservatives in a similar situation? what have your experiences been?

Answer 1

Politics and religion are two topics that you do not discuss in public!

Answer 2

It goes both ways, Doesn't seem just the last 6 years though its been so divided, before, there were differences for sure, but most people and Politicians were moderate, they had more in common than apart. I am learning to keep my mouth shut, I was one of those (LIKE MOST) if you look really at the issues who have views on each side, some Conservative and some liberal views, i don't like the far left or far right, I do think most liberals attack the particular issues though while Conservatives more broad attack. and I do think right wing media encourages separation, look at how the term liberal is always used in a negative term, have you EVER seen it like this before the last 6 years..

Answer 3

I am a liberal working in a business environment which is seriously conservative. Same scenario - keep quiet about your politics at work. What you do on your own time is your own business, keep your personal politics out of the workplace.

Answer 4

Yep, don't talk about politics or religion. It's best to keep your private views quiet in a politically hostile work environment. You don't want to make things difficult for yourself. Just play the game and get paid :)

Answer 5

When it comes to politics, keep your mouth shut! I got myself into trouble once, talking about a real hot button issue, Bush, and though I was able to somewhat qualm an impending argument, it definatly made for an akward situation. The arguing is fun on this site, but don't bring it to your work : ) You gotta see these people day in and day out, you don't want them on your bad side

Answer 6

ive found its ok to say your views, just dont shove them down other people's throat. Furthermore, if you respect what they think chances are they'll respect you.