“...but it’s true.”
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It’s NOT true. Make comments like Cruz did against the president, or a judge, elected official, cop, or any pig that is more equal than other pigs, and see what happens.
But you’re right about the “system”. And as things stand now, your kids and mine in public schools are way down the line in terms of giving a damn.
This is what happens:
You get involuntarily admitted to a facility.
Within 48 hours you have a hearing in front of a judge.
A state-appointed psychiatrist testifies that no one can predict dangerousness.
The judge lets you go with an outpatient appointment at a Community Mental Health Center (which may exist only on paper).
Everybody hopes you don't do anything.