50 Things That Everyone Should Be Stockpiling To Prepare For Election Chaos

The Economic Collapse Blog ^ | 08/26/2024 | Michael Snyder

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Are you getting prepared? Right now, millions of Americans are stockpiling food and supplies in anticipation of what they believe is coming. People are on edge due to the approaching election, the rapidly escalating war in the Middle East, the alarming natural disasters that we have been witnessing all around the world, and the potential for another great global pandemic.

In all my years, I have never seen more concern about the next 12 months as I am seeing at this moment.

There is a growing consensus that major history changing events are about to happen, and there are lots and lots of people that want to be well prepared.

In fact, Newsweek has reported that “doomsday prepping” has become a 2.46 billion dollar industry…

The once-fringe act of doomsday prepping is evolving into a booming $2.46 billion industry, tapping into a societal pulse of self-reliance amidst a world of uncertainties.

Whether driven by the aftershocks of a post-COVID-19 environment, supply-chain disruptions, natural calamities, or geopolitical tensions, the narrative of disaster preparedness is shifting from the outskirts of society to mainstream households.

When I was growing up, I never once heard the words “prepper” or “prepping”.

But now a very large portion of the population is actively preparing for the collapse of society.

According to numbers that come from FEMA, approximately 20 million Americans have prepared well enough to be able to be on their own for at least a month…

According to an analysis of Federal Emergency Management Agency data, some 20 million Americans can withstand a full month of self-reliance. Within that number, there are those who identify as part of “preppers” communities online, which include enthusiasts stocking up on years’ worth of supplies or building bunkers.

Of course being prepared to survive for one month is not going to be nearly good enough to survive what is eventually coming.

But at least it is something.

These days, even Costco is marketing to preppers…

Amid Costo’s already stocked shelves of oversized jars of peanut butter and 12-pack macaroni and cheeses, there’s a hardcore new addition that is lighting up social media: The Readywise 150 Serving Emergency Food Bucket. For $100, the bucket includes 80 dinners, 30 breakfasts, and 40 energy drinks with a shelf life of—prepare yourself for this—25 long years.

“In a world where unpredictability has become a constant,” reads the description, “our assortment takes on a vital role in emergency preparedness. Imagine the sudden onset of severe weather, the challenges of unexpected job transitions, or the unsettling thought of food shortages.”

In addition to selling emergency food buckets, Costco has also become “a huge seller of gold and silver bars and coins”…

The wholesale club is also a huge seller of gold and silver bars and coins, which are extremely popular among those who are concerned about a breakdown of the financial system. (A one-ounce silver coin is currently worth about $30.)

Needless to say, it isn’t just Costco that has embraced this trend.

These days, many local supermarkets carry emergency food right on their store shelves.

And I think that is a great thing.

But for what we are eventually going to be going through, you are going to need a whole lot more than just food.

If you really want to be well prepared, you should consider everything that you will need if there is no power and you can no longer get anything from the stores because supply chains have completely broken down.

I have shared a list of 50 basic things that I believe that everyone should be stockpiling in a couple of my books, and today I would like to share that list with all of you…

#1 A Conventional Generator And A Solar Generator

#2 A Berkey Water Filter

#3 A Rainwater Collection System If You Do Not Have A Natural Supply Of Water Near Your Home

#4 A Large Emergency Medical Kit

#5 Rice

#6 Pasta

#7 Canned Soup

#8 Canned Vegetables

#9 Canned Fruit

#10 Canned Chicken

#11 Jars Of Peanut Butter

#12 Salt

#13 Sugar

#14 Powdered Milk

#15 Bags Of Flour

#16 Yeast

#17 Lots Of Extra Coffee (If You Drink It)

#18 Buckets Of Long-Term Storable Food

#19 Lots Of Extra Vitamins

#20 Lighters Or Matches

#21 Candles

#22 Flashlights Or Lanterns

#23 Plenty Of Wood To Burn

#24 Extra Blankets

#25 Extra Sleeping Bags

#26 Ammunition

#27 Extra Fans If You Live In A Hot Climate

#28 Hand Sanitizer

#29 Toilet Paper

#30 Extra Soap And Shampoo

#31 Extra Toothpaste

#32 Extra Razors

#33 Bottles Of Bleach

#34 A Battery-Powered Radio

#35 Extra Batteries

#36 Solar Chargers

#37 Trash Bags

#38 Tarps

#39 A Pocket Knife

#40 A Hammer

#41 An Axe

#42 A Shovel

#43 Work Gloves

#44 Lots Of Warm Socks

#45 Seeds For A Garden

#46 Canning Jars

#47 Extra Supplies For Your Pets

#48 A Substantial Emergency Supply Of Cash

#49 Bibles For Every Member Of Your Family

#50 A “Bug Out Bag” For Every Member Of Your Family

There are some important points that I want to make about this list.

First of all, this is not a comprehensive list. It is simply a starting point.

Secondly, preparation is going to look different for everyone. Your unique circumstances will dictate what “getting prepared” looks like for you.

Thirdly, you will not need your emergency food and supplies yet.

You will not need them tomorrow.

You will not need them next week.

You will not need them next month.

But the day is most certainly coming when you will need them.

If you wait until then to get prepared, you will be out of luck.

Getting sufficiently prepared for what is approaching takes an enormous amount of time, effort and energy.

But it will be worth it.

We are moving into times of immense societal chaos. This election is going to tear our country apart, vast numbers of people will die during the wars and famines that are ahead of us, it is just a matter of time before the next global pandemic strikes, and if you live long enough you are going to get to witness cataclysmic natural disasters that are beyond anything that Hollywood has ever dreamed up.

Right now, we are still only in the very early stages of this “perfect storm”, but I fully expect global events to start moving very, very rapidly in the coming months.

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[Larry Lucido]

a shelf life of—prepare yourself for this—25 long years

So the emergency rations I bought in 1999 are just about expired now?

[spincaster]

Shot guns ,pump and semi auto, semi auto pistols ,9mm,.45 ,10mm, 22lr ,bolt action rifles, couple of S&W Revolvers .38/.357 , 44mag,matching hand gun and rifle caliber. Bug out ammo and hand gun bag.
Lots and lots of ammo. Ammo will be worth as much as silver and gold. always carry a gun or two on your person. Keep your head on a swivel and don’t trust anyone but immediate family. Practice, Practice ,Practice Without at least some of these you are doomed.

[mabarker1]

You’re welcome, a month or so back I saw mention of someone trying to remember Selco and His Website and I knew what they were referring to but I couldn’t remember His name. One of those on the “tip of the brain/tounge things” and I couldn’t recall it. Then tonight while reading the “lighter brand name argument” on this thread, WHAMO !!! I suddenly remembered His name was Selco.

I guess My mind was rusted shut like a steel trap until someone sprayed Me with WD-40...🤪

[Psalm 73]

"#49 Bibles For Every Member Of Your Family ????"

BIBLE = Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth.

[umbagi]

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[Clutch Martin]

“Invest in a couple thousand Bic lighters. They will trade better than gold.”

Cheap bourbon and coffee. Play to the vices.

Embrace cannibalism. Food will be just walkin’ around askin’ for it...

[Clutch Martin]

A” one-ounce silver coin is currently worth about $30.”

You need smaller denominations...

[Ann Archy]

Newbie....have a little respect.

[Baldwin77]

Remember Y2K ...

[Tilted Irish Kilt]

Prepper Ping : Consider your physical and emotional situation, evaluate your needs for yourself and your family, and do it logically without emotional drama
These suggested items are only a suggestion and are a method to support 'rugged individualism'.
You don't need to do it all alone : Consider family , friends , or your community for group purchases, or barter.
Those of you who need medications, contact your physician to see if you can get a3 months supple in advance ; get spare eyeglasses if you vision I impaired , or compromised .
Remember the Prepper Rule : “One is None, ..Two is One, .. Three is Two,.. etc.(Always have a spare..)
How you respond to the current world situation is entirely up to you (!), better late..than never.

(From the Article) :”When I was growing up, I never once heard the words “prepper” or “prepping”.

”But now a very large portion of the population is actively preparing for the collapse of society. “ (Emphasis theirs)

”According to numbers that come from FEMA, approximately 20 million Americans have prepared well enough to be able to be on their own for at least a month…”

”According to an analysis of Federal Emergency Management Agency data, some 20 million Americans can withstand a full month of self-reliance.
Within that number, there are those who identify as part of “preppers” communities online,
which include enthusiasts stocking up on years’ worth of supplies or building bunkers. “

”Of course being prepared to survive for one month is not going to be nearly good enough to survive what is eventually coming."
”But at least it is something."

(The article then lists what they consider a reliable Prepper pantry (and tool shed ) of 50 suggested items

View the entire article and consider what supplies you think that you are running shallow on, and then consider resupply.
These are just suggested items, your need and ability and finances may need to be adjusted according to you and your family's needs.
Think logically and tactically,.. without emotional drama .

” We are moving into times of immense societal chaos.
This election is going to tear our country apart, vast numbers of people will die during the wars and famines that are ahead of us,
it is just a matter of time before the next global pandemic strikes, and if you live long enough you are going to get to witness cataclysmic natural disasters that are beyond anything that Hollywood has ever dreamed up.”

"Right now, we are still only in the very early stages of this “perfect storm”,
but I fully expect global events to start moving very, very rapidly in the coming months."(Emphasis theirs)

Prepare logically ...

[Theophilus]

The fact that I don't believe there will be any "election chaos" is what disturbs me most. What is anyone doing to prevent 2020 from happening again?

The ballots are in the mail.

[BamaBelle]

Due to an unexpected medical expense, I am in dire straits financially at the moment, so my best plan is to drive 1 hr to my cousins place. It’s on a hill, well armed (and her hubby makes his own ammo), has a creek and plenty of wildlife there, and a well stocked freezer from their huge garden...and she has invited me to head that way if shtf. The one thing that gives me peace in this bump in the road I’m currently in. This too shall pass and I’ll be OK in a few months...PTL!

[Texas resident]

That is my hurricane season checklist.

[Bonemaker]

#51. Six cases of 1.75L Bushmills (or Jamesons)

#52. 200 Romeo y Juliet cigars

[ansel12]

LOL, I didn’t know that was you, I thought you meant we should all have one of those girls to keep us warm, of course now I understand how you wearing that would guarantee your staying warm.

[maddog55]

We’re good for at least a year... Plus plenty of water, game to shoot and fish to catch.

I’ll miss the beer but that’s about it.

[ansel12]

Yes, a lot of us gave up on Scripto and have made sure that for survival we stay with Bics, you seem to think they have recently improved but my advice is stick with Bic.

My experience and the experience of other preppers and outdoorsmen for years and years and discussed on many forums for prepping, knives, backpacking and other outdoorsman activities says Bic is the best and Scripto is weak.

This is a case where a few pennies isn’t worth it.

[Bonemaker]

Just figure out the best routes and alternates to the United States....Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky, Wisconsin etc. You’ll have plenty of new friends and sustenance there.

[Chickensoup]

You dress up in pink baby dolls?

Never would have guessed!

[M Kehoe]

Hi.

Sounds like preparation for a hurricane.

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