Talking Politics at Work

Yes, there’s been a lot of talk about politics here on the Monster Blog this week, but that’s just because everyone is talking about the elections. Or in some cases, not talking.

 

Take the guy who lives across the street from us. He’s a great guy. He has mowed our lawn, has helped shovel us out when necessary and is always willing to lend a helping hand or invite us in for a cup of coffee. He’s also a staunch member of a political party directly opposite our own -- prompting my husband to hum the theme to “The Odd Couple” whenever his name comes up. Our solution is to talk to him about the neighborhood, the weather, maybe even the weather again -- anything but the guy in the White House.

 

This office tends to swing one way politically, so I haven’t felt the need to cover up so much at work. But it’s probably a good idea. Why? They say you keep politics and religion out of polite discourse for a reason: These are just about everyone’s hot-button issues.

 

So what do you think? Do you take cover politically at work? Or do you wear your politics on your sleeve? Do you weigh in when the political situation in this country is so front-and-center in the media, as it is now?

 

For advice on talking politics in the workplace, check out this article. And you can read another Monster Blogger’s take on office politics here.

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