Thanksgiving can be a great holiday. It’s the only four-day weekend that many Americans are guaranteed to get. — But fancy meals with extended family come with unique risks. The challenge of maintaining an unarmed dinner party between a MAGA uncle and a hyper-woke cousin has been an absolute challenge for nearly a decade, even if an uneasy peace has been maintained. Someone has to steer the conversation away from transgender bathroom bills and RFK Jr. until the issue is resolved. Time to take a nap before the football game.
Fortunately, San Francisco offers a solution. This city generates enough wild headlines to neutralize anyone before a gravy boat shouting match begins. For those who need smooth redirects, here are The Standard’s eight conversation topics and potential pitfalls to avoid. Good luck and enjoy your Thanksgiving!
