These are contentious, political times, with so many divisive issues: COVID-19, the economy, foreign policy, the environment, schools, sexuality, sports, etc. These divisions are taking a toll on families and friendships. They are also affecting the judicial workplace. When feelings and opinions on these issues approach extreme levels, and the people in the justice system espousing them insist on sharing their doomsday feelings with you — an attorney — what is an appropriate response? More specifically, what do you say so you don't jeopardize your client's case?