Dr. Granny Healing Herself

Today is my 2-year Leaving MAGA-versary. Leaving set into motion positively life-altering changes in my life that have proven to be completely unexpected and unlikely; truth is, when I left MAGA---and emancipated myself from the manacles of the toxic MAGA community---I never thought anyone would care. That so many do care is a testament not to me, but to the necessity and grace of redemption; and, to the forgiving nature of my fellow countrymen and women. I founded Leaving MAGA to provide a new community for those who leave; and, for those experiencing some of the confusion, doubts and remorse I felt. It took me an entire year to leave MAGA; it is an arduous process to endure, but it will bring an inner-peace that is more experiential than explicable. I want to invite you to visit our site, which Leaving MAGA's dedicated team built from scratch. You'll find a free book we wrote; several stories; some media; and, some testimonials from others who left MAGA and adjacent conspiratorial communities. Be sure to complete the Contact form if you'd like to receive updates on events, media appearances, etc. leavingmaga.org To our Leaving MAGA community: whatever your role with us, know that nothing we've accomplished, thus far, was possible without you. To all of you who have sent me supportive messages: thank you; words fail me in expressing my gratitude. To those who have sent, shall we say, not the nicest of messages: please know that I do not consider you enemies. Deep down, I know that most of you are good and decent people. And, I want to implore all of you with friends and family in the thrall of MAGA: please do not lose hope, and do not give up on them. If there is anything instructional I can offer, it's that we can change our minds, and acknowledge grave mistakes. PS: For those who are unaware, I am a co-chair of the Republicans for Harris FL team; yes, MAGA will remain past Nov., and there is much work ahead of us. But it is time to put Donald Trump in America's rearview mirror. I will vote only Democratic in Nov.; the GOP must be mercy-killed, because it is an irreparably damaged party. I owe it to the country to make amends for my past actions and rhetoric. Here's to many, many more Leaving MAGA-versaries---not just for myself, but the millions of others who, I believe, will eventually leave, and tell their stories; find reconciliation with their friends and family; and, lead the movement to empower others to leave. Here's our public apology, from 8/30/22. Thank you. web.archive.org/web/20220830…