This was the first and the one thing they united to do everything in their power to ensure passage in 2016.
Everything else following was theater and/or smaller scale quid pro quo. Those actions still have serious consequences, especially for reproductive rights and minorities, but delivering money to the wealthy is the one true gospel.
the people of South Dakota, not the politicians in Pierre, will be the ones to decide whether to restore Roe v. Wade as the law of South Dakota
This reminds that although abortion rights are the most important result of Roe v Wade, there are other rights that were abrogated when it was overturned. It’s hard to say all that was lost, and those generally won’t be recovered with these efforts.
On the one hand, those are some jackasses that should be fined. On the other hand the jackass caucus is going to be forever trying to use similar measures as a tool to interfere with the democratic process.
You’ve already got some good advice but in no particular order:
You are much more articulate than a lot of people. You can read and write better than a lot of people.
You’ve been at least emotionally and physically abused
You know how to work hard.
ADHD is somewhat treatable with medication, at least improvable.
What that translates to:
no it isn’t too late, especially if you keep working hard.
the things you blame yourself for likely isn’t your fault. Therapy, when you can afford it, should be a priority.
working hard is so important for employment. Most jobs don’t require high intelligence. Working hard with a good attitude and working with people is so much more important for most careers.
learning disabilities suck. ADHD is hard. You can still learn coping mechanisms and find ways or a career that fits better with it.
Life is hard. It’s harder for you than most. It can still be worth living, but it will be up to you to find a way. I think you can.