In the middle of chaos, most institutions bend. Some break. But one still stands between authoritarian collapse and total global destabilization: the United States military. It may be the last firewall. The Military Oath Is to the Constitution, Not the President Every service member swears to “support and defend the
The Myth of "Safe Exceptions" Even in high-risk groups, many people still believe: * “I’m a citizen, so I’m protected.” * “I’m not politically active, so I’m not a target.” * “I contribute economically, so I’ll be spared.” * “That’s happening to them, not people like
The middle class is often the last to realize they are under siege. But today’s economic trajectory means middle-income earners will be squeezed from all sides: * Shortages: Supply chain destabilization, border blockades, and withdrawal from global trade mean increased shortages on food, medicine, and consumer goods. * Tariffs: New tariffs
Anti-LGBTQ+ policies serve as wedge issues, but also function to consolidate control. Under this administration, queer and trans lives are especially at risk: * Same-sex marriage rollbacks: Legal challenges to Obergefell are already in motion. Expect conservative courts to allow states to stop recognizing queer marriages. * Gender-affirming care bans: What began
Disabled people have long been used as a test case for systems of control—and in authoritarian regimes, they are often first to lose rights. Here's what to watch for: * Disease registries and tracking systems: Under the guise of efficiency or public health, expect expanded use of federal
These safety nets were already under pressure—but now, the very logic of support for the vulnerable is under assault: * Social Security freezes or reclassification: SSA databases are already being misused. Expect more errors, reclassifications, or audits aimed at reducing benefit rolls. In some cases, individuals are being falsely marked
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed in times like these. But, you're not alone, and you're not helpless. There are concrete, strategic actions you can take today to reduce your risk, protect your future, and support others. Here are five things you can do right now:
When this administration first started, it used a "flood the zone strategy". This means they tried to pass as much legislation as possible in an overwhelming way, to prevent resistance. That changed around the beginning of April. What they are now showing is an expand + snap strategy. Think
SCENARIO 1: The Course Correction Summary: Political factions fracture, moderates in both parties begin working together, and emergency policies are enacted to stabilize the economy. Key Events: * Market plunges 50–70%, triggering pension and insurance fund crises * GOP lawmakers break ranks to protect their own savings or legacy * Emergency stimulus
Democracy can fall very quickly, often within weeks or months once key norms or institutions collapse. But restoring democracy after authoritarianism is far harder, far slower, and much rarer. It's just like you can blow up a house in a day - but it takes a year to
❌ It’s not just about who’s “in the wrong group” Authoritarian regimes begin by targeting the marginalized, the dissenters, the inconvenient. But once the infrastructure of control is built, it doesn’t stay focused. It expands to: * The inconveniently sick * The inconveniently poor * The inconveniently vocal * The inconveniently visible
Across grocery stores, pharmacies, and supply chains, most people in the U.S. still see shelves that look relatively full. But underneath that calm surface, deep disruptions are brewing. Here’s what you need to know—and why shortages are almost certainly coming. 1. The Trade War Has Escalated Into