The Brink of War [OPEN]

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"... the hashtag has inspired several high profile mutants in the entertainment world, particularly mutant pop star Dazzler, to put up personal accounts of the discriminations they've faced growing up as mutants. However, the Mutant Liberation Front, or at least hackers claiming to be them, have seemingly hijacked the movement on several social media sites, using the hashtag while "doxxing", defined as "sharing the private personal information of an individual or group, anyone that has publicly spoken out against mutants. The internet has become a battleground like any city street..."


"... special diplomat Haller faced many questions arriving back in the United States today. She has stated she had no comments on Genosha's threat of war against the US. President Kelly's diplomatic relations with Genosha have largely been criticized as failures, and many in congress and in the public in general seem to be in favor of preparing for the inevitable..."


"... Reverend William Stryker, uncle to the late Donovan Zane, has lead a vigil lasting several days now on the steps of Congress and refuses to be moved until Mutant Registration has been passed. Public support is turning overwhelmingly in favor of registration as the nation mourns the young man, Donovan Zane, whose life was taken in the midst of a violent protest..."


"... with the coldest temperatures on record. Volunteers are urging everyone in District X to be extra careful as the season progresses, to regularly visit the shelters and soup kitchens, and to not try to brave the winter storms alone. They have also put out a mass call to anyone willing to help out, with food, blankets, and/or warm clothing..."


"... a nation on the brink of war. President Kelly addressed the nation saying that 2019 will not be a repeat of historical mistakes or tragedies. He says he refuses to believe the spirit of the American people are so willing to give in to bigotry and surrender to what is perceived as an inevitable war with Genosha. It can be stopped, he urged. He said we all have to look at ourselves and find the courage to do the right thing and love our fellow person, no matter what the circumstances. President Kelly continues to believe in his vision of hope for humans and mutants..."

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Comments

[totallystoned]

The news isn't good. [She manages a wry smile.] But it usually isn't and we've managed OK.

[soccerwhisperer]

[He looks at the screen]

How can so much happen at once?

[totallystoned]

Things are speeding up. It's called...[What had Fai called it? Oh, right.]...punctuated equilibrium. Nothing to worry about. [Unless you're her and you're worrying about the safety of the kids.]

[soccerwhisperer]

Pan... Punctu... [He wrinkles his nose. The word is too hard for him to say, let alone understand the meaning of]

Everyone says not to worry since I'm not a citizen here, but that means I have to be worried about what will happen to my friends. I don't want to be separated from everyone I met here.

[totallystoned]

Don't worry about them, either. Worry about how uncomfortable it'll be if we all have to go underground, because believe me, it's bad. But don't doubt for a second that we'll hide you all if we have to.

[soccerwhisperer]

I can imagine... No one can play soccer if we're underground...

[never change Tenma]

[totallystoned]

...Yeah, I guess not. [The kid really has a one track mind.] When I was volunteering with the Morlocks, they had basketball courts but you can't exactly grow grass down there. Maybe I'll put some fake wings on your back and send you to where I'm from instead.

[soccerwhisperer]

H--Hey! There's no need to go that far... [Although having wings would be cool, in his book]

[totallystoned]

But you'd look adorable. [Hey, if she teases him, maybe he won't be worried anymore. At least about the state of the world anyway.]

[soccerwhisperer]

[He pouts]

I'm supposed to be a cool young man, not adorable! [That pouting isn't helping your cause, but he smiles a little. Something is telling him it made her a little happy.]

[totallystoned]

[She musses his hair.] The coolest.

[soccerwhisperer]

[He laughs a little, playfully trying to swat her hands away]

We'll work it out somehow. All of this.

[totallystoned]

[Reki is undeterred. You're tiny, Tenma.]

We will. And if you really wanna look cool, we've got to get you the right clothes. Those jerseys are fine for summer but for winter...

[soccerwhisperer]

There's nothing wrong with showing off my Raimon spirit!

[Except the jersey he's wearing is outdated and Raimon is back in Japan. Also it's clear he's still freezing]

[totallystoned]

[Reki folds her arms.] You're gonna be an actual spirit if you don't start dressing warmer.

[soccerwhisperer]

H--Hey I'm not going to go down that easily! My burning passion will keep me wa--achoo!