Not a Good Idea to Express Personal Political Views on Social Media

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Not a Good Idea to Express Personal  Political Views on Social Media

Not a Good Idea to Express Personal  Political Views on Social MediaWe all live in different places and are affected by political issues going on in our areas and across the nation. There is always some news causing a lot of uproar and most of us have strong feelings one way or the other.

It is good that we have our own opinions and of course we think we are right and the other side of the coin is wrong but not good to publicize it on our "Social Media" sites or someone else's either. Here are some reasons why:

1. It can cause hurtful feelings and perhaps you will lose business because of your comments.

2. Once you put it out there in writing, it is there forever. That is a really scary thought!

3. In the future you might be applying for a job or political position, and your old comments may hurt you in getting the job.

4. It is better to stay neutral and not offend anyone.

5. Stay off of hotbed issues swarming the news sites.

6. No one needs to read your indepth opinions on a particular subject. It makes you look bad and you definitely turn off the reader. Your comments can make you sound like a raving maniac.

7. Sometimes you will later change your opinion but your prior writings will make you look like a liar and sometimes an ignorant person.

8. If you cannot say sometime positive, just do not say anything at all. This may sound corny but it is true...in my opinion anyway.

About 6 months ago someone posted on their blog about one of these subjects which is still in the news today and will be for years to come. I agreed but wrote further comments regarding my particular state and when I was done, it was like 3-4 full paragraphs and I hit submit. Of course, I could have edited it right then but chose not to and now I am sorry I didn't.

So leave your opinions to yourself or just in your close circle of friends and off the social media sites.

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Comments (8)

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Kristin, Those are touchy topics and best to stay away from talking about. Some people don't care and will express their viewpoint and then are forever branded. And some don't care.

Aug 06, 2013 02:19 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Kristin:  I try not to show my hand as to my political leanings.  Why alienate anyone?  My pocketbook isn't that deep.  I've learned while reading others comments and opinions that it does shade how I feel about them .. and can effect my feelings moving forward.  If it does that to me, I figure it does that to others as well.  I totally agree ... and your post serves as a great reminder as to why this action is so wise ...

Gene

Aug 06, 2013 02:28 AM
Kathy Sheehan
Bay Equity, LLC 770-634-4021 - Atlanta, GA
Senior Loan Officer

Kristen, I don't comment or post blogs about my personal views on politics.  I don't think this is the right forum for it, as you said, it will be there forever.

Aug 06, 2013 02:42 AM
Kristin Hamilton CA Realtor
Sun Lakes Realty - Banning, CA
(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Debbie,

I try to be middle of the road because I feel it doesn't matter to others what my opinion is on these topics. Some of my relatives and even my kids get mad and want to yell and think they are right but I always shut them up and say we all have a right to our own opinion. I sure wouldn't express my opinion but I did it once and still feel bad.

Aug 06, 2013 03:56 PM
Kristin Hamilton CA Realtor
Sun Lakes Realty - Banning, CA
(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Gene,

Thanks for the kind words and I agree with you too. Reading other comments, sometimes we get wrapped up in answering back and it sounds like we agree but I try not to make a stand one way or another. Yes, I cannot afford to lose clients due to my opinions. I like everyone and don't want to alienate anyone.

Aug 06, 2013 04:00 PM
Kristin Hamilton CA Realtor
Sun Lakes Realty - Banning, CA
(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Kathy,

You are totally right, this is not the right place to put our political opinions on. With friends and family yelling about issues, I have decided that arguing with them to defend my opinion is not good either. I just like to sell real estate and not make anyone mad.

Aug 06, 2013 04:02 PM
Roy Kelley
Realty Group Referrals - Gaithersburg, MD

Good advice for real estate professionals. I have unfriended several people on Facebook because of their radical political statements.

Aug 09, 2013 01:20 AM
Kristin Hamilton CA Realtor
Sun Lakes Realty - Banning, CA
(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Roy,

I know a couple of people who make extremely radical statements about all the politicians. Most people never comment or click 'like'. I like to keep my political views off the internet.

Aug 09, 2013 06:54 AM

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