I remember the days of the Branch Ranch. Mr. Branch used to rid around on his ranch in his Jeep and catch rattle snakes. I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
You are right...it is not looking good.
The current “Imprimis” leaflet from Hillsdale College has an interesting article on the five paths we have as options. The last one is a “hot war” (as opposed to the current cold war). It’s scary, but definitely is a possibility.