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I just started working for this little company doing maintenance work on several different properties. The guy I work with, my manager, is a great guy. He's easy to talk to and very helpful.
On the flip side he's a pretty big redneck. I think we probably have completely different ideals. Now I have to work with his son also. I don't work with his son all the time but usually everyday for a little while.
Now racist talk hasn't been said around me really, but I've heard them talk to each other using completely racist words and remarks and taking pride in it.

I'm having a hard time thinking of things to connect with his son about. I already feel the resentment in me for people that have this kind of ignorance and small mindedness. I really would prefer to just stay away and not talk at all.

Oh and reporting this wouldn't matter. Trust me it'd be a waste of time.
So how should I think and treat this kid who's probably in his early twenties and my manager?

I am diametrically opposed to that kind of thinking but I want harmonious relationships and don't want to act fake either. How can I stay true to myself and still allow another to believe whatever they want?

Should I subtly make comments to let them know where I stand or should I just ignore everything and try to find the best things I can in them?

Again, this talk doesn't really come at me but I'm surrounded by it and I don't believe in racism or some of the things that I know they believe in.

Thanks.