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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I don’t believe in spending time with people I wouldn’t choose to spend time with - family or not. Just because someone is family doesn’t mean they are a decent or a good person. And even if they are a “decent” person, if I just don’t like them, why would I force myself to spend time with them when there are many other people I could be spending time with? This transcends politics.[/quote]

This attitude is a big problem these days. Because they are family, that’s why. Across cultures, across centuries, this has meant something. It doesn’t suddenly not mean anything because you don’t like it. Life isn’t always fun and about your own personal preferences. 
I mean, do you feel the same about your own kids? Surely they aren’t always likable or easy?[/quote]

I guess someone should have told my uncle not to molest his sister, my aunt, Because Family. I guess someone should have told my grandparents to do more about it than stern talking-tos and a meeting with the priest, Because Family.

Across cultures, across centuries, family members have harmed and abused one another, but all is meant to be silenced and swept under the rug. You’re mad because many of us won’t put up with horrible behavior, whether it is abuse or homophobia or xenophobia, just because family “means something.” When what it means is harmful and oppressive, we’re done here. Thanks and have a great day. [/quote]

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