People are grieving and incensed because basic tasks—such as grocery shopping, going to a flea market, and attending church—can be a person’s last moments. America’s gun problem isn’t new, but the unabashed aggression of white supremacists, open carry laws, and “stand your ground” have left a morose and indelible mark on society.

Every time I read about the events in America, I am taken aback by the unfurled dogmatism of the US conservatives. When I read about the leaked document Supreme Court that is poised to eliminate federal protections for abortion as we know it, my emotional palette moved from rage, confusion, and despair, to shock.