In a week since Trump's second presidential term began, various events have fostered an atmosphere of insecurity and instability. From exiting global organizations to unexpected firings and immigration raids, each incident contributes to a growing sense of unease across the country. This article introduces "terra infirma"—a state of perpetual insecurity that now defines daily life. The author highlights how this insecurity impacts not only the economically disadvantaged but also the broader population, emphasizing the emerging forms of uncertainty beyond financial instability, such as political and informational insecurity.
Every new occurrence fills many with a greater sense of insecurity, marking a shift towards a reality where instability and uncertainty have become our new normal.
Insecurity is not just financial; it encompasses political instability, transportation difficulties, and a muddled information environment, affecting almost everyone except the wealthiest.
I call it terra infirma: the ground beneath our feet is perpetually shifting. It's hard to keep our balance amid such an overwhelming tide of uncertainty.
Insecurity has emerged as the new inequality, impacting those without resources the most, but increasingly affecting the larger population, making stability a rare commodity.
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