The article highlights the pervasive fear stemming from gun violence, citing over 48,000 deaths in 2022 as a chilling reminder of its impact. The author reflects on personal experiences and mass shootings, illustrating how gun violence resonates deeply within communities. Parallelly, there’s an alarming increase in fear among transgender people due to governmental actions that threaten their existence and rights. The author expresses a sense of personal security but acknowledges the ominous atmosphere created by current policies aimed at eradicating transgender rights, prompting contemplation on the future amidst rising hostility.
A lot of fear in this country is directly caused by guns. According to the CDC, there were over 48,000 firearm-related deaths in the U.S. in 2022.
Over the past several months, another fear has increased in prevalence among trans people in particular: the fear of a government that is not just ignorant or apathetic about our existence.
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