Americans, I know we're going through it, but why do I keep seeing stuff like "I'm sorry world, we'll fix this in 4 years"? But like... what do you mean "4 years"?
We have midterm in 2026, yearly local elections, special elections, primaries, etc.
We have the right (dare I say responsibility) to contact our representatives and the right to organize and protest if/when they don't listen.
We need to find a meaningful way to educate people about propaganda and media literacy. We need to convince people to be willing to educate themselves. The habit of only checking in to politics on presidential election years needs broken.
I understand how defeating today feels, but we, especially those of us who could conceivably make it through these four years unscathed, need to stop this proactive surrender.
Don't give up for the next four years and try to come back swinging in 2028.
In addition to everything OP said, check out local grassroots organizations and skill share networks. Invest in mutual aid. Participate in a zine network. Donate to and volunteer at charities that matter to you. Keep signing the petitions and sharing information.
People are still out there fighting. There is still work to be done.
Take time to rest, grieve, and process what's happening... but then get up and get back out there.
Your voice is needed. 🖤
