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Miss Manners: How do I decline holding hands during my friend’s blessing?

I don’t want to provoke a confrontation or have to defend my preference.

Miss Manners: How do I politely decline joining prayers before meals?

I don’t want to provoke a confrontation or have to defend my preference.

Miss Manners: I donated to my friend’s campaign, but do I need to keep giving?

I would be glad to attend without donating additional money, but that doesn’t seem to be possible.

Miss Manners: My friend’s political fundraisers are starting to feel excessive

I would be glad to attend without donating additional money, but that doesn’t seem to be possible.

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