Political Enemies

Dear Chatterbox:
We live in a retirement village in Florida and have had a standing poker game in our community for over 15 years. Last month a discussion about politics came up during our coffee and cake time. It took about 2 minutes and Democrats and Republicans took sides and a heated argument ensued.
It resulted in broken friendships and caused the end of our long standing friendly game.
How can I mend this?
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Currently,
​Political Enemies

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Dear Political:
I will not entertain the idea of using the word "enemies." It is not only a fact that your game has ended, and divided, but our country, The United States of America is divided. And, it is all over politics.
If there are relationships important to you, I suggest having a rule, "NO POLITICS DISCUSSED."
Continue your poker game, and stick to the rules of the game! Takes some tongue biting, but it can be done.

Good luck!
Carol-Rose 
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