Part of being a career employee of LLNL in the past was that in some way you were a "true believer" of the mission.
You had to be in some way. To endure the continuing background checks, the less-than-par salary, the internal politics, and of course the emnity of many groups that hated the Lab. You believed that what you worked on was rightous, that your government was good and you were proud to make personal sacrifices for your country.
And now...
That country has decided you are a disposable commodity. No pat on the back or even a handshake. A guard with a gun marched you out the gate and slammed it behind you. Betrayed, alone, shattered.
There is no reason to be proud of this country anymore. None at all.
You had to be in some way. To endure the continuing background checks, the less-than-par salary, the internal politics, and of course the emnity of many groups that hated the Lab. You believed that what you worked on was rightous, that your government was good and you were proud to make personal sacrifices for your country.
And now...
That country has decided you are a disposable commodity. No pat on the back or even a handshake. A guard with a gun marched you out the gate and slammed it behind you. Betrayed, alone, shattered.
There is no reason to be proud of this country anymore. None at all.
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I like your humorous, simplistic interpretation of the country's problems.
Makes life easier!
Getting angry can kill you!
Those that did assist, be sure to post your RIF escort id/papers on your door to show your coworkers that you are a loyal member to the Party. They'll appreciate how you felt about such "unpleasant" work.