Think l understand the fear and hopelessness that makes someone think about life in another country. However, what we have here is worth fighting to retain and improve. Personally l absolutely refuse to vote with my feet, I refuse to be silent, I refuse to knuckle under the fascist propaganda, and I refuse to be ruled by a shallow empty demagogue and his bunch of enablers. The immediate goal is to get the political power to see them all branded as criminals. That is a fight worth having.

occurred centuries ago - just more sophisticated. This vile administration once again reminds us of the ugliest parts of mankind’s history.

may be, and your priorities may change. Then check what history has to say about the rise and fall of Nazi Germany.

to any of the absurdity, vileness and absolute ignorance spewing from tRump’s foul mouth. He does not exist beyond what news, and other information l choose to read. That is how l will retain a sense of reality while working for a better tomorrow. And yes, it really is a flim - flam.

are merely the starting point, from what dark level of depravity are we as a nation going to emerge? Proud to have Jeff Merkley as my Senator. Look for him to follow up on this.