The context of the following conversation is Addison gave their support for Sasha's position in the debate, even though it was an unpopular one.:
Addison says Sometimes the right thing is not the popular thing.
The friend responds are you talking about Sasha's position on legalizing drugs.
Addison responds yes, I think Sasha is right and I said so in the recent debate.
The friend responds it's hard to know what's right because it's a very complicated issue.
Addison responds it is complicated, but the more we talk about it the better conclusion we can reach.
The friend responds yeah, but when the best conclusion is not popular it's a struggle to get there.