A post submitted by CGI member Dave68.

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For quite some time now, my faith in the government has dwindled significantly.

The blatant corruption at the highest levels of power is no longer concealed, and it’s disheartening.

Here are 9 ways the government is stopping you from living independently.

Restricting Freedom of Speech

The ability to freely express oneself is paramount.

In 2020, we witnessed extensive censorship on social media platforms and in the media. People even faced job loss due to what they said. Recent revelations about government associations with tech giants like Google, Facebook, and Twitter shed light on the extent of speech limitations.

It’s clear that the modern-day soapbox is under surveillance, and the government won’t hesitate to silence voices it deems inconvenient.

How The Government Is Stopping You From Living Independently

Limiting 2nd Amendment Rights

The thing about being able to say what you want is that it only works if you are able to protect that ability, in our case it’s a right.

There is a reason that our founding fathers said, “#1 freedom of speech and #2 right to keep and bear arms.” They understood the power of your words and more importantly your ability to defend that right to say what you want!

Attacking At Home Food Production

Backyard hen-keeping, a simple means of food production, faces legal restrictions in many areas. Eggs cost around a lot right now in this nation.

A government that cared about its people would be loosening backyard hen keeping restrictions and talking about how easy it could be for millions of Americans to produce 6 eggs a day in their own backyard!

How The Government Is Stopping You From Living Independently

Obstructing Water Storage

Access to water is vital for independence. Some governments prohibit the collection of rainwater in barrels, depriving citizens of a crucial water source in emergencies. Rainwater can be filtered for drinking or used for basic needs like flushing toilets.

Whatever you use it for having that extra water makes you stronger as an individual and more prepared. It is mind boggling that the government would want to stand in the way of that.

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