ACLU Supporter, have you ever had an awkward political conversation over the dinner table? Are you stressed about going home for the holidays and having to explain what's going on in current events – and why your family and friends should care?

Worry no longer!

We at the ACLU are no stranger to those tough conversations – so we've put together a conversation guide with talking points, news examples, and even an action toolkit that you can share with your hometown crew, no matter how involved they already are.

This guide was created to give you some pocket-sized support to help you out no matter who you find yourself chatting with this week.

• Maybe you have friends who won't stop listening to misinformation about critical issues you care about. Our guide includes some points to share to counter common false narratives – while emphasizing your shared values.
• Talking to a relative who's totally tuned out? We've got stats and case studies showing exactly how all of us are being impacted by policy decisions happening in D.C.
• Or maybe your chosen family is ready to go but just needs a way to get involved! Our guide includes critical actions that you can take right now to protect our rights.

With information on how to talk about freedom of speech and our free press, President Trump's attempts to deploy troops to our streets, immigrants' rights, and trans rights, our guide has everything you need to make your holiday gatherings a little less stressful – and a little more informed.

No matter who's at your dinner table this holiday season, we hope this guide helps.

Happy holidays!

The ACLU Team

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