Even divine-right kings of old, ruled only by the consent of the governed. Meaning that we have always had the power, with or without elections and the other machinations of democracy. When we sit on our hands–when we refuse to plant or harvest–refuse to spend or punch the time clock, we can bring empires to their knees.
Swords and Solidarity
"So far, this quest has prompted the donation of four large boxes with more to come. “Mixing Mutual Aid with medieval roleplay is simple.” Nick says as he prepares for next Saturday’s session, “Players are eager to complete quests and perform meaningful good deeds. It only makes sense that we use parts of our game to help out. Despite what many people in our country may believe, we aren’t 'temporarily inconvenienced millionaires.' Most of us are one or two paychecks away from eviction. The unhoused are our people. They are us and we are them, even when we pretend to be someone else.”
Hurricane Helene Update 8
One emotionally uplifting thing for people has been when the dispatch crew hears from the drivers that a load has successfully reached its location in western North Carolina (WNC) and announces this to the warehouse crew. There is always a cheer from the crowd.
Mutual Aid post-Helene Update #7
For those heading to the mountains, we encourage you to travel in pairs and stay alert. Robberies have been reported. I heard one unconfirmed report of a highway stop by law enforcement targeting supply vehicles. And, to top it off, there have been more than one report of white-supremacist groups sighted in the area, being visible, in some cases bring in aid as well. Bless their hearts.
The Revolutionist 