As the republic limps along in it's death throes, those with the means will vote with their feet - conservative leaning moving to states that allow economic freedom - liberal leaning drawn to the more socialist areas. This movement will cause more and more balkanization. These moves are often not all that far. Moving out from an urban area will do the trick for many, while moving out of a seemingly failed state is required for others.
Both sides of the aisle demonizing the other will accelerate this. Once people who don't hold the exact same beliefs as you have been "othered", it's much easier to do things to them that require dehumanizing.
A few simple things to remember. Get your kids out of public school, have the means to make changes if necessary and keep your clothes and weapons where you can find them in the dark.
