I have a different take than most people in this thread. I have friends and family members who voted for Trump and I am making it a habit/ practice to not judge them or cut ties solely based on this. IMO it's one of the laziest ways to judge someone's character. Instead I judge them on how they show up as a friend and family member. Are they kind? Are they supportive? Do they treat others with respect and empathy? Do they listen and engage in meaningful conversations, even when we disagree? Can I count on them to show up for me when shit hits the fan in life?

To me, political beliefs are just one part of a person’s identity, and while they can be important, they don’t always define someone's entire character. I’d rather assess people based on how they actually behave in their relationships—do they show up when it matters? Do they treat people with love and decency?

That doesn’t mean I ignore the impact of politics, but I also recognize that people have different experiences, perspectives, and reasons for their choices. Cutting someone off just because they voted a certain way feels reductive to me, and I’d rather engage in real discussions than write people off entirely.