I have a friend who is strongly opinionated like me. We were watching a political debate, and I suggested that one of the candidates would be better suited to a Cabinet position. This led to a long debate and we haven’t spoken since. Should I drop this person as a friend? —Anonymous

If you (and your friend) are so self-important that you believe others must bend to your will on all matters, including the makeup of fantasy Cabinets, then, yes, drop this person as a friend at once. Otherwise, simply agree to disagree and move on to your next debate. The strongly opinionated need worthy opponents more than most!

—Adapted from “Social Q’s” in The New York Times Magazine