Good morning everyone and welcome back to the Breakroom!
I was going to try to get a Breakdown today but have been a little busy this week due to the holiday, work has been crazy plus I have a bunch of prep work for tomorrow. But despite being “Out of the Office” I did want to come out here and say a few words for my fan.
First, I know you might be devastated over the passing of the “Big, Beautiful Bill” which is going to be devastating to the American people. We will see people lose their healthcare, rural healthcare facilities will need to close, large amounts of money have been set aside to fund illegally arresting American citizens, and the ultra wealthy get wealthier. It is times like this that my faith in the United States waivers and I question what I am supposed to do. But I continue to see fellow citizens remain confident that we will be able to turn this country around, and we cannot be defined by the rampant bigotry we are seeing. So if you also are feeling confused on how to feel, please know that you are not alone and set a reminder in your phone for the 2026 Midterms.
Second, it is okay to use this holiday as a protest against the bigotry. I intend on seeing the new Jurassic World movie (where the evil, rich men typically get eaten) and then spending time with friends and family plotting the queer agenda and reminding each other that there are good people in the world. I know there will also be many protests planned around the country and if that is where you want to be, then I say go for it. Please just be safe, not just in the heat but for potential violence towards the peaceful protestors.
And third, even when you’re being righteous and angry please find healthy methods of dealing with your emotions. I often get very worked up and upset with the world and I have to check myself to bring myself back down. Whether it is video games, dinosaur movies, I do love some good podcasts (Office Ladies and I’ve Had It are my obsessions), or even just having drinks with friends. It is okay to take time away from the anger and try to enjoy your life, so please take care of your wellbeing.
To make up for the missing Breakdown, I hope to do at least one extra post this next week. I’m hoping to have some pretty big things coming this and next month so certainly stay tuned and I am going to work hard to not let my fan down.
Happy 4th of July to you all, and feel free to share how you are celebrating today.
