Okay so in my earlier post I probably sounded a little apocalyptic and I had to re-read it to see that. I tried to tell everyone to stay calm too and that it would be okay. Things are still on track to happen as I've said they would, though I may have underestimated the length of time it would take to do this in smaller chunks and reach the 2/3rds theory. So Though these could happen by Monday, since KC set theirs to begin Tuesday, I think it could be Thursday before we see nationwide measures like KC's take place. I will provide updates on this as they happen.
There's been lots of activity as I said there would be, mostly larger numbers of videos with Tanks and other military vehicles being driven on trains and heavier laws and regulations in many cities and states. However, the restrictions coming out as of now aren't even level 2 restrictions. This would still be considered level 1 even though the media is calling these orders "lockdowns" and "Shelter-in-place" if you read the wording of the legislation it's a far cry from any of that. Please please be careful about being glued to mainstream media. There IS an agenda for all of them, and it's 100% legal for them to lie to you. Fact check EVERYTHING before you post it, or ask me to do it. Because I am happy to help stop the spread of misinformation. Avoid scary terms like "lockdown" until they become actual lockdowns (which we are still not near as a nationwide measure, but I know many of you are already on these measures in some cities). These types of orders like what KC will begin Tuesday, are no where near as scary as they sound.
As much as it pains me to say this as a libertarian, and a lover of the constitution (I have multiple pocket constitutions that are in every place I go for christ sakes, I have certifications in Constitutional studies. Trust me, I LOVE the Constitution). These KC restrictions are NOT that bad. 2007 Roxi would have 2020 Roxi's head for saying that.
Here is the document in full. Most people will barely be affected by these. A few people may lose their jobs that are considered non-essential. Those people may want to rethink their careers or find a way to offer products and services online. (As I'd mentioned before). Nail artists can offer instructional videos for example. Piano teachers can offer video lessons. There are many things these people can do, you just have to get creative! Redefine your careers! There's a lot of opportunity and tools available for this.
Anyhow, everyone stays chill because it's starting to look like these lockdowns will never leave level 2, which is fantastic news. Does it suck to have rights taken away? Yes. Does it suck that we can't have funerals or weddings for a while? Yes. Are there bigger concerns to worry about right now? Also yes.
So hang in there, take my advice about preparing and just know that there are MANY MANY silver linings in all of this. See my personal Facebook post about this as well, though I do intend to write a post about it at some point.
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