Ask the Therapist: I Hate My Parents’ Politics. Should I Keep My Son Away?
My husband doesn’t want their values rubbing off on our kid.
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April 24, 2025, 5:15 a.m. Eastern time

Lori Gottlieb, a psychotherapist and best-selling author, offers readers advice on life's tough questions.

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I Hate My Parents’ Politics. Should I Keep My Son Away?

My husband doesn’t want their values rubbing off on our kid.

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