Conservative Smokeshow of the Day

Growing up, politics wasn't something we talked about constantly. My dad leaned conservative, but he wasn't the type to lecture us about elections. He mostly cared about working hard, paying his bills, taking care of his family, and being left alone to live his life.

My mom was a little different. She wasn't particularly political, but she had strong opinions about treating people with kindness and helping those who were struggling. She always reminded us that being a good person mattered more than winning an argument.