I think all of us see and feel all of those things and process and express them as our individual personalities and experiences lead us to. Are we fools railing against the prevailing wind who ought to hunker down and let it pass? I don't think so. The wind in that analogy is created by men so we are not helpless creatures merely subject to its coming and going. If other men created this ill left wind then we are equally endowed to create and direct political winds of our own. We can weigh the odds of success and let that determine whether to participate or not. Had our founding fathers done that there never would have been an America. Either the cause is worthy of risk and effort or it isn't. That is a decision of conscience. Beyond that; how to accomplish our aims will always draw many opinions until a clear path rises above the many. But if we all withdraw from the fight, whether from fear, disgust or impenetrable confusion, there will be no one offering an idea of what to do. No lieutenants left to raise the banner and lead the charge against the black tide of tyranny that IS advancing on us. Even those tucked "safely" in their off-grid hideaways. As heartfelt and eloquent a description of where we stand as I have read in recent memory. I have it saved, and intend to share your inspiring message with others.
Thank you, and God's blessings to you, TigersEye.
~ joanie