I live in a red part of a corrupt state and its not so bad. I get into doom mode because as a pessimist I still can see the corruption even though Covid is pretty much over here as the only people still wearing masks are forced to by petty bosses at work.

Yes the real problem is probably commitment. Not only have the people tied their identity to a false thing (vax and mask, easy actions that make them feel heroic and special) they also have an enormous negative support group! Filled with like minded individuals and even false support coming from officials and celebs who frankly know the Covid actions do not help. I think cutting the support group down would help immensely but the news isn't go anywhere as it is propped up by mega corps that get money from things like essentials (comcast for internet and AT&T for phone). Frustrating. Thanks for the hope though!