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[–] middle_path 0 points 1 point (+1|-0) ago 

This post was a little vague, so I'll offer how I get my points across to people both online and offline.

Understand them and let them speak. You don't have to agree with someone to understand them, you just have to analyze how they reached the conclusions they did. If you truly can't understand them, fake it. Next is to find something you both agree on. As Trump is in office right now, he's a perfect example (from a liberal perspective) of why the government should have limited power. Focus more on finding common ground before asserting any facts or opinions. This establishes trust and makes them more open to hear a point they don't automatically agree with.

Finally. Remain calm and try not to take it all so damn seriously, it's just a conversation. Try to even make a few jokes (but not at their expense).

And now you know all my secrets.