If this were World War II, then I'd say that we are in teh second phase. The one where the allies are hitting back hard, but the issue is still in doubt.
Someone said, in relationship to the current fascism, that they were "scared to be brave" when opposing it.
I well understand.
But it's endure a little fear now, or endure years of intense horror for years as Trump and his kleptofascists consolidate power.
I urge Virginia to retaliate.
It would be foolish should she not.