This is not a post about contacting anyone. It's a post about something that I think about often. As the situation escalates, should I stay or should I go?
I've read plenty of articles about this. I've researched where people are going. I've seen a number of to-do lists. But these two articles are THE BEST I've read to date. Seriously! Go read them!!!
Part 1 - If You Will Go - https://substack.com/home/post/p-171174939
Part 2 - If You Will Stay - https://liberalisheverythingleftunsaid.substack.com/p/should-i-stay-or-should-i-go-now-c0b
I am seeing many of the journalists, historians, law experts and influencers I follow say we are not heading towards authoritarianism - WE ARE THERE and it's going to get worse. People are trying to protect the next election, but it may not be possible. We need to keep fighting, but we also need a plan to protect ourselves.
It's still possible things could change. The figurehead is not in good health. If his health fails completely, will support crumble? Will infighting between factions collapse their plan? Number two does not inspire loyalty with the base, but I doubt he's the one calling the shots anyway. He would not be a popular figurehead. The base makes excuses for every crazy thing the current guy does, but I doubt they'd do the same for number 2.
I struggle with what to do. I can make good arguments for staying or going. I can make good arguments for continuing to protest and being present online. I can make EXCELLENT arguments for dropping off social media and this postcard blog but continuing to push and help in safer ways.
Meanwhile, this mess is so depressing. I need some serious R&R to get my head right.
PS - Sometimes, I think "going" doesn't have to mean moving to another country. Maybe, it could be just moving to a blue state, where they might do more to protect their citizens.