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 The debate was kind of a difficult one..
The friend responds Were a lot of people not agreeing with you?.
Addison responds It wasn't me that was the problem. It was Sasha's position in the debate..
The friend responds Did you argue against her?.
Addison responds No, I actually supported her. But her way of going about it was wrong..
The friend responds I actually admire you going against the popular opinion for your friend...