Like in Orwell’s 1984, definitions are being rewritten; the “brain trust” is retiring early or being fired for having any courage whatsoever; truth-tellers are being disparaged and even disappeared; collectivism has captured the consciousness of many people we love; the entire concept of “freedom” is scorned. So, you and I may need to shift into reverse, into an “oral tradition,” to pass along critical information to our children and grandchildren.