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Index – U.S. Risk Overview

This guide provides a state-by-state risk assessment for the United States, categorizing each state and territory by threat level (Very High to Low) based on legislative, social, environmental, and paramilitary factors. It includes tactical applications for relocation, protest planning, travel, and mutual aid coordination, along with a planning matrix for community defense. It is intended for marginalized individuals and groups, particularly LGBTQ+ communities, for strategic decision-making and survival planning.

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