The Eve of Election Day ’24

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We’re on the eve of Election Day and the coming 24-36 hours could be unlike anything the nation has experienced for some time, or ever before. Then again, tomorrow can end with a whimper instead of a bang, the election results are determined, and life goes on for 350 million Americans as normal. Time will tell.

Three states have prepared to activate their National Guards to prepare for possible election-related violence. We talked about Washington the other day. Nevada and Oregon have done the same, so the Pacific Northwest and the desert are seriously concerned about violence following tomorrow evening. In our nation’s capital, security preparations are also underway. Businesses are boarding up as fear of unrest rises. The White House is not immune either. Fencing is going up around there and the VP residence. I’m not sure what has precipitated all of these moves in DC and out west. Either worries exist about riots and other types of unrest if Harris ends up the loser, or vice versa.

I guess there is not much more to say at the moment. We covered supplies, scenarios and such. If anyone still has not purchased supplies and you’re feeling anxious about the decision, it is not too late to make a run to Costco either this evening or tomorrow. For everyone else, I’ll post an entry during Election Night. 😊

Election ’24: Anxiety and Steps to be Taken

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Author’s Note: This blog is being posted on both FDOA sites.

We are in the final stretch of the 2024 US Presidential Election and the race is coming down to the wire. As is generally the case every four years, excitement is growing around the United States. However, 2024 is turning out to be a different election year in many ways. Anger, anxiety and doubts are also approaching record high levels. Let’s be honest. The country is not in a happy place right now for a myriad of reasons most of us can relate to. The situation beyond our borders is even worse, if you can believe it. The tension has reached a point where the majority of Americans expect violence to occur once the election results are revealed Tuesday night, or who knows when. Riots, also known in Blue cities as ‘peaceful demonstrations’ are widely expected. A smaller cadre of Americans are most concerned with the government declaring martial law or perhaps even just regular Americans turning violent against their friends and neighbors who voted for the other candidate. It’s that tense.

As a result, many citizens are making preparations in case the situation grows worse after the election. I support this. And as diverse as America is in its entirety, the type of preparations underway is every bit as diverse. I keep the usual natural disaster supplies handy to sustain myself and my family through two weeks until FEMA, the National Guard, and whoever else can get its head straight. This includes canned food, survival food, a medical bag, and an assortment of other necessary items. My family and I live in Pennsylvania far enough away from the major urban centers that I do not need to be worried about riots and violence breaking out right after the election is called.

If you’re still thinking about picking up supplies for election violence and/or chaos, get to it tomorrow. Costco, BJs, and Sams Club are a good place to begin. Start with food, bottled water and elements to put in a medical bag. Or look online. You can find a good quality emergency food bucket that will supply 80+ dinners, 30 breakfasts and other accompaniments.

This subject is worth another blog entry (on both blogs) come Monday. Also, I’ve noticed people wondering about when and where potential election riots could flare up. I’ll just say that expect riots to break out in Democratic cities if Trump wins the election. On the flip side, if Harris wins, don’t expect Republicans to riot. Republicans do not riot. We have to work on the following morning 😊

FDOA 2.0 Light Launch For 8 September, 2024

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Afternoon, everyone.

It took a bit longer than I hoped but finally the rough blog of Final Days of America 2.0 is now online. I still plan to kick off the FDOA 2.0 light launch with 2-3 posts. The first one will provide readers with a brief epilogue laying out details and events that led to the American collapse and the final days of the nation.   After that, two writing samples will follow and help give readers a few more clues and information that will be useful down the line. I referred to the FDOA 2.0 draft’s layout as rough primarily since it will be a no-frills blog. A decision will be reached around Halloween and if 2.0 is gaining some traction, I’ll upgrade the blog and add some other improvements.

The first entry will be up on Sunday as I explained on 2.0. I haven’t figured out a schedule for entries yet, but for the time being I’ll shoot for an average of 2-3 in each 7-day period.

The 2.0 blog’s address is https://finaldaysofamerica2.wordpress.com/

FDOA 2.0 Update 27 August 2024

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Labor Day is coming up fast. Fortunately, I’m cruising ahead with a respectable pace for a soft launch of Final Days of America 2.0 at some point in the week after Labor Day.

The scenario and events that will make up the backstory for 2.0 have been outlined and detailed to a fair extent. More than enough has been produced that will enable the project to continue forward. The light launch will consist of three entries producing perspectives from the post-American Collapse world. Once the first three entries are up, the official launch will take place shortly thereafter and we’re in business.

This blog (FDOA 1.0) will continue even after 2.0 kicks off. The content will be restricted to entries discussing survival supplies, current events that appear unnerving or destabilizing, and more. I hate to admit it, but we reside in precarious and unpredictable times both at home and abroad. I’m hardly a full-blown prepper by any stretch of the imagination, but do I try to keep a few commonsense supplies handy in the event of a natural disaster. FDOA 1.0 would be an ideal place to discuss these types of topics and perhaps spark conversation with readers.

Additional updates on FDOA 2.0 will continue to be posted into early next week. Hope everybody is having a good final week of the summer. –Mike

FDOA 2.0 Update 24 August 2024

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Alright, 24 hours late nevertheless, here is the update for Final Days of America 2.0. 😊

FDOA 2.0 is going to be centered and develop on the backstory scenario of an American Collapse. More specifically, World War III breaks out in the form of a limited nuclear war and causes it. Without going into deep details yet (those will come later) the war resulted from a decisive bolt-out-of-the-blue nuclear strike by America’s enemies that crippled US leadership and strategic forces. The new American president is offered with few options for retaliation and is forced to accept the demands of enemy leaders. The terms are stringent, to put it mildly and the United States becomes a secondary power at the mercy of Russia and the Peoples Republic of China.

Right now, I still anticipate beginning FDOA 2.0 on the Tuesday or Wednesday after Labor Day. I’m leaning towards the necessity of a new blog and layout for this. Unfortunately, I’ve had zero luck finding and establishing another blog I was planning to set up in July. But fear not. I gained enough experience that I’m confident about coming through on finding and creating a new home for 2.0. I’ll touch base with everyone in Tuesday or Wednesday. Enjoy the rest of the weekend! –Mike

FDOA 2.0 21 August 2024 Update

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 Upon further deliberation I am really in favor of the World War III 2004 scenario I’m writing for another blog. The longer I think about it, I believe that scenario will fit the mold perfectly for Final Days of America 2.0. I spent a good chunk of the afternoon writing outside and pondering this particular topic. There could be a variety of changes on the 2.0 scenario in comparison to the one on WWIII. Like I mentioned on Sunday, those of you who’ve read the scenario entries, you might be able to figure out the direction it is headed in.

For the rest of this week and into the next one I’ll concentrate on logistics for Final Days of America 2.0. Matters need to be discussed, most specifically, whether FDOA 2.0 will receive its own blog. Layout, rough draft, foundation and research for 2.0 are factors I plan to start off soon as well. Creating the story is normally the most fun part. It doesn’t hurt that I’m still at the Jersey Shore writing until the end of the summer either. 😊

I will update everybody on Friday or Saturday. I hope you’re all having a good week.—Mike  

FDOA 2.0 Creative Epiphany

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Over the past weekend I took some time to work on a World War III scenario set to take place in October of 2024. The project has come together for the World War III 1987 blog which I have been working on for years. To make a long story short, I was blessed with a creative epiphany of sorts while working on this 2024 scenario on Sunday. I’ve spent a lot of hours trying to determine the best path for a Final Days of America 2.0 this summer. The effort has not brought forth much success—until about 24 hours ago. The concept hit me out of the blue when my mind was on another project altogether. This wasn’t the first time this has happened and probably will not be. Suffice to say, I’m growing more confident as time goes on about the backstory and scenario for which FDOA 2.0 can possibly kick off with.

It is still early, and the pieces are still coming together. So for the moment I will not reveal too much. On Wednesday night an entry on the subject matter will be posted, giving readers a broad concept about where this blog will start up on a regular basis once Labor Day is over. If anyone is looking for an idea of what the future might hold, take a look at the WWIII 2024 scenario entries on the World War III 1987 blog. Not sure how many of the readers here are familiar with that blog so I’ll include a link below. We’ll talk soon at midweek. –Mike

https://ww31987.wordpress.com/

American Collapse Scenario Part II

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American Collapse Scenario- Hypothetical       Part II

–Between Thanksgiving and New Years Eve of that year the United States of America positioned itself on the edge of collapse. The national state of emergency announced on the day of the Supreme Court bombing remained, but the curfew was immediately rescinded, owing to the heavy volume of Americans already in transit during the Thanksgiving holiday season. DC was turned into a military protected security zone. The DC National Guard was called up immediately and supported by a limited number of active-duty soldiers from nearby military bases (as a temporary measure according to the Pentagon). Checkpoints established around the capital after the weekend. For the remainder of the year tensions continued to rise. The US government announced that in light of the Supreme Court bombing, the winner of the year’s presidential election would be made official in early January and be certified shortly thereafter.

Year Two

January

On the 4th day of the year, recounts are completed across the United States and the Democratic candidate is declared the winner.  Demonstrations break out in a number of US cities and the Republican candidate calls the election ‘Nothing short of a Coup.’ Days later, with legislative and judicial actions against the election results being set in place, the FBI announced the arrest of eight people and women believed to be co-conspirators in the Supreme Court bombing. Three of the suspects have close ties with the Republican candidate. As the preparations for inauguration then approaches in Washington DC, rumors are leaked by an alleged US government official that the FBI is investigating the Republican candidate in the Supreme Court bombing investigation. The candidate is continuing to challenge the election results from his former campaign headquarters in Texas and has made no comment on the rumors.

In the early morning hours of 19 January over 100 FBI and other federal law enforcement agents descend upon the ranch serving as the Republican candidate’s campaign headquarters with an arrest warrant. Nearly as many Texas Rangers, Department of Public Safety officers, Texas National Guardsmen and civilians cordon off the ranch and deny the FBI and other agents from entering the property. A standoff ensued and by 6:00 AM Central Standard Time, the news was out and the world was growing aware of the drama starting to play out.

Author’s Note: I was contending with food poisoning for the last part of this week and haven’t been able to write as much as anticipated. I’ll finish up the Collapse Scenario by Sunday. It might be condensed a little depending on my real-world responsibilities. But I’ll give it my best shot. Hope you’re all doing well. –Mike  

American Collapse Scenario Part I.

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Author’s Note: I apologize for this entry coming a day or so later than scheduled. The American Collapse scenario is laid out in timeline format over two individual parts. The first will highlight incidents and events that brought about the spark which led to the collapse. For intent and purpose, consider this entry to be a prologue.  Part II will post on Wednesday or Thursday and examine the first 1-2 years of the American Collapse era.

American Collapse Scenario- Hypothetical

  • Political polarization and social strife have brought about a period of deep incivility as the US presidential election enters its general election season. Political violence flares in isolated incidents.
  • Common ground between the Riught and Left has evaporated. Distrust rises more with every passing day that leads to Election Day.
  • In late October 202X riots break out in Cleveland, spurred by the death of a minority civilian at the hands of police. In the coming days, riots and demonstrations break out in multiple cities across the United States.
  • Election Day arrives and departs. By early Wednesday morning no winner has been declared despite the Republican candidate being ahead by considerable margins in many states. Races in battleground states are not being called. As the morning goes on, the Democratic candidate refuses to accept the results as they progress, even as the electoral count surpasses 270 in the Republican’s favor.
  • Vote counting stopped nationwide on Wednesday afternoon due to evidence of ‘discrepancies in the voting returns’ appearing in four major battleground states. The FBI takes charge of the investigation. In states led by Democrat governors, National Guards are called up to bolster law enforcement numbers dealing with the urban riots and also to protect voting centers as the investigation commences and a recount is imminent.
  • Four days after the election FBI spokespeople announced that over 3 million votes could be declared illegal and removed. This would bring about a nationwide recount almost assuredly. In Washington DC Republican politicians and lawmakers express collective outrage. Lawsuits are filed by Republicans and Democrats as it becomes clear that the election result will inevitably be determined by the Supreme Court.
  • ‘Pro-Democracy’ riots grow and escalate on the heels of ‘voter fraud’ claims and rumors. Chicago, Detroit, New York City, and other major and mid-sized cities deal with urban violence. Concurrently, demonstrations by Republicans and supporters of their presidential candidate take place. Liberal supporters in the media waste no time labeling these as ‘Anti-Democracy Riots’ that border on insurgency.
  • By the middle of November, it’s clear the FBI’s investigation is not about to uncover evidence of voter fraud. At the direction of the FBI Director, the investigation will continue.
  • It is becoming evident the Republican candidate is the winner of the election, despite the Democrats refusal to accept the results of the election. The White House has been strangely silent in recent days concerning all things election related. Still, around the United States there is a feeling among a growing number of citizens that this situation will not end peacefully or civilly no matter who is declared the winner. 
  • On the Wednesday before Thanksgiving at 8:32 AM, an explosive device detonated at the US Supreme Court. One Justice was killed and another injured, but the remaining members had yet to enter the building. Within minutes, numerous claims of responsibility from right wing or conservative groups appear on social and legacy medias. Without proof the media is assessing blame on Republican supporters and the Republican presidential candidate. When it becomes public knowledge that the deceased Justice was one of the more liberal members of the Court, the lame duck current President of the United States releases a statement at 5:30 PM Eastern Standard Time announcing that a national state of emergency and curfew will go into effect at 11 PM EST that evening.