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I don't think he needed to apologize for himself.
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No, he didn't need to, but did it anyway, which IMO shows just what a nice and well mannered person he is. The ex-chauffeur is better mannered than the manor of the house. I think that's interesting!
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The thing is....when IS it the right time to discuss politics with these people? Never.
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Well, certainly not in front of other guest at the dinner table. I agree with Robert there. Especially since Tom knows he and Robert don't see eye to eye on the subject and will likely not agree. (As a guest) I find nothing more embarrassing than quarrelling family in front of others.
And because of that, Tom apologized. Not for his views, he is never apologetic about them.
I'm absolutely with Violet here: "Prinicples are like prayers. Noble of course, but awkward at a party."
