Not a good choice. Forcefully announcing your opinion to Uncle Bot is threatening. When people feel threatened, they become defensive and less rational, open-minded and compassionate. To make political conversations more productive and persuasive, temper your pronouncements to help others feel safe. Try this instead:

Not a good choice. Calling out Uncle Bot’s past vote for Trump threatens his ego and encourages him to double down on his support for the president. Self-esteem is a fundamental human need. If you want people to change their opinion, bolster their ego and help them save face. Try this instead:

Good choice. Asking a non-threatening question is a great way to invite Uncle Bot to discuss impeachment. People like to share their beliefs when they can do so without fear of judgment. The best questions are open-ended, curious and non-directive.