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My best friend might be a Nazi sympathizer. (lemm.ee)

submitted 3 weeks ago by Chef_Boyardee@lemm.ee to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world

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Hi friends ,

I've known my best friend since I was 6 years old. He's always been very, very successful. I've always looked up to him, and still do.

A couple of years ago, I confronted him about Elon. I was very concerned. Elon was becoming something I could no longer support. My friend said that he would support Tesla through thick and thin, and here we are today.

He's made a lot of money off of Elon and I'm happy for him, but I am very concerned that I should not be supporting someone that's making a living off of someone that possibly is a Nazi. I'm considering ending my friendship. I want to do the right thing. I care about you. I care about us, and I'm very scared for our future.

I'm asking you for advice on whether or not I should give up on my best friend. We've been friends for almost 40 years, and I love him dearly. I'm crying right now making these statements. Should I still seek his support?

I am just so angry. My world is becoming so hostile, and I don't know if I should separate myself from the negative influences around me. What do you guys think?

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[-] HotDayBreeze@lemmy.world 33 points 3 weeks ago

A lot of fascism and authoritarianism comes from loneliness or a lack of community. Cutting him off could mean he seeks more community with Nazis. Be clear about your beliefs, keep calling him out when he's wrong, but try to stay his friend. That's different than "supporting" his beliefs. Take care of him when he's sick, but don't drive him to the Nazi rally. Your friendship might make a difference on his journey back to healthy beliefs.

Also, really sorry your friend is dealing with this right now, I know it must suck to see this happen to him. It's not necessarily the final story though.

[-] Angelusz@lemmy.world 1 points 3 weeks ago

Couldn't have said it better.

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