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Samantha's avatar

My financial situation is such that I’ve ended all subscriptions except Bulwark. The content you all put out is intelligent and thoughtful, even if I don’t agree 100% with what is published. During the Bush/Obama years, I might have discounted the Bulwark entirely, had it existed then. As left wing as I consider myself to be, I am so grateful to Charlie, Mona, Bill, JVL, Sarah and the rest of the Bulwark gang for making me feel grounded and informed. I got rid of Twitter as well, finding the commentators here on Charlie’s newsletter to be an oasis of sanity in an otherwise chaotic time. I remember being gobsmacked and horrified a year ago, in a way I honestly hadn’t felt since I was 16 and watching planes fly into a building. The threat of extremism is very scary, but I feel like having this band of Bulwark buddies means I can face fear with courage of my convictions and the knowledge that there are people just like me, wanting peaceful discussions and disagreements about policy and our government no matter how different our political views. It’s why I’m still a member and will remain one as long as I’m financially able. Thank you Bulwark for all the great work you do, and thank you, fellow Bulwark Plus Buds! You all truly make my day with your insightful comments. It’s a dark day, but it makes me grateful to know you all. Sending everyone love and hope right now, even if things feel hopeless ❤️

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Lewis Grotelueschen's avatar

Nice piece of writing, Samantha. Always appreciate how your very different life experience comes thru in your stuff. Our one common experience that I know of: Pig Farming.

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Samantha's avatar

We're going to need those farming skills in the apocalypse.

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Amy H.'s avatar

I know beekeeping and grow the best veggies and fruits ever. Can I come? Lol.

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Samantha's avatar

Absolutely! I can castrate pigs which is also going to be a highly sought after skill in the after times 😂

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M. Trosino's avatar

Know a few 2-legged swine that could use your services now. Hang in there, Samantha. I'm pullin' for ya'!

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