This is the first video in a series that expands on a recent post I made, and for those who’ve been following my Substack—or if you’ve just joined—you’ll know that I started it as a form of catharsis. Like many, I was rage writing, fueled by frustration at the political landscape. While I still believe in the necessity of a good fight in the political sphere, I also realized that the bigger battle isn’t just happening in the political ring.
What became clear through conversations with colleagues and the information I’ve been researching is that the real game being played is far bigger. The goal of those at the top—the oligarchs, the billionaire class—is to keep us divided and disrupt the fabric of our communities.
Understanding the Bigger Picture
This division isn’t accidental. It’s a calculated strategy, and if you look at where the money flows and how media narratives are shaped, the investment in keeping us at odds is evident. The real power players don’t care whether you’re left, right, or somewhere in between—they just want you to hate your neighbor. Why? Because a divided populace is a controllable populace.
If you doubt this, consider how the ultra-wealthy are preparing for worst-case scenarios:
Bunkers in New Zealand and Hawaii
Converted missile silos for survival retreats
Private security and contingency plans for societal collapse
These people don’t plan for things they don’t think could happen.
Meanwhile, the rest of us are left to argue over politics, social issues, and manufactured outrage while real power consolidates behind closed doors.
The Antidote: Community Resilience
If the ultimate goal is to weaken communities, then the counter-move is to strengthen them. We need to create resilience and build local networks of support that make us less vulnerable to external disruptions.
No matter your political stance, it’s clear that:
Government responses to crises will be increasingly ineffective as agencies lose resources.
Aid has already become something as a gift to be bestowed for loyalty and not need.
Infrastructure is being gutted, making communities more vulnerable.
Diseases are vectoring at an increasing rate with decreased visibility for the population.
Natural disasters, economic downturns, and geopolitical threats aren’t just hypotheticals—they’re realities we have to face.
Inflammatory policies are being used to stir dissent to set the stage to use the Insurrection Act.
When disaster strikes, do you want to be dependent on a bureaucratic system that may not have the ability—or the willingness—to help you? Do you want to be subject to oligarchical whims or as a means to achieve the vision? Or do you want to be part of a community that is self-reliant, prepared, and committed to having each other’s backs?
Step One: Conducting a Skills Inventory
The first step in building community resilience isn’t stockpiling supplies—it’s knowing what skills exist within your community.
What do you personally know how to do?
What are your skill gaps?
Who in your network has useful expertise?
Where can you learn new skills?
Start by taking inventory of what you and those around you can offer:
Medical knowledgeMechanical and electrical skills
Agriculture and food production
Security and self-defense
Logistics and supply chain understanding
You might be surprised by what skills people have that aren’t obvious. Your quiet neighbor might be an amateur radio operator. The guy down the street could have years of emergency medical training. The person you see at the coffee shop might be an expert in water purification.
By connecting and learning from each other, we create a network of knowledge that enhances the whole community’s ability to withstand crisis.
Readiness is Patriotism
Being prepared isn’t about fear—it’s about practicality. Even the government recommends having at least 30 to 60 days of supplies. That alone should tell you something.
And let’s be honest—government estimates are often optimistic at best. If they say 30-60 days, the real number is likely higher. If you don’t have a personal plan in place, now is the time to start.
What Comes Next?
This is just the first step. More videos will follow, covering everything from practical preparedness tips to ways we can actively counter division and build stronger communities.
This isn’t about forming militias or retreating into paranoia. It’s about reclaiming control over our own resilience, rejecting division, and committing to supporting one another—no matter our political affiliations.
We can’t afford to play into their hands. It’s time to think strategically, act practically, and strengthen the communities that make this country what it is.
Join the Movement
Stay tuned for the next video in the series. Let’s bring sanity back into the conversation and unity back into our communities.
KEY SUPPORTING POSTS
The Patriotic Prepper - Resistance Through Resilience - How we can build more resilience to our communities to win the war.
Not So Distant Early Warning - Why we need to protect our communities.
More Than MAGA - Details on the oligarch’s plan for America.
What are some skills you bring to the table? - Drop them in the comments! Let’s start building this network together.
This will not make me rich but helps me keep up the fight. It also lets you show your support for retaking America with a movement of sanity and practicality.
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