How To Deal With MAGA
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Interacting with people we disagree with is part of life; even if these people disagree with the most basic, human morals. Regardless of why you still have a MAGA in your life, I’m sure this list will be helpful!
Kick them.
Just kidding, we don’t solve our problems with [gun] violence! Use the following tips & tricks to survive future interactions with MAGAs.
If you aren’t afraid of getting down & dirty, explain to them that cults are not just physical anymore; there are internet cults too! (No, I’m not using the term “cult” because I disagree with MAGA groups, I’m calling them a cult because there are scary similarities).
Show them the horrifying comparison between Hitler’s and Trump’s rhetoric (not like they’ll care). If necessary, explain what rhetoric is.
If they defend Elon Musk’s Nazi salute (because that’s what it is!), ask them to do it in the middle of Destiny Mall to prove a point (your point, that is).
If they bring up abortion, talk about mass vasectomies. When they get uncomfortable, point out their misogyny (BONUS: ask them to spell “misogyny”).
If they bring up the gay agenda, ask them what their pronouns are, just because you forgot and don’t want to get them wrong!
If they interrupt you, say “Mr. Vice President I’m speaking.” And don’t stop until they let you finish your sentence.
If they bring up tariffs, laugh at them because they don’t know what tariffs actually are.
When they say something racist, call them a cracker (they’ll love that).
If they say DEI is racist, say they’re confusing DEI with actual discrimination in the workplace, and that DEI is actually leveling the playing field in an already discriminatory system.
Once it all feels hopeless, it’s time to change the subject or just walk away.
The truth is, MAGA people are usually so far deep into their own beliefs that they aren’t open to real discourse, facts, or acknowledging their own wrongs and privilege. I’m sure many of them would say the same about me, but I’m always open to a conversation, and I’ll always listen to what you have to say: just don’t be surprised when I (a woman, blasphemy!) have an opinion on it.