The Doorkeeper's Mind

Marie's disciplined and orderly life is turned on its head, as she begins living into a new reality in a strange city, with people she does not know, and new responsibilities she was never taught. In addition to remotely opening and closing resident's doors, this Doorkeeper is also a Security Coordinator, responsible for the safety of everyone in the sector, including workers, visitors and those passing through. Her commitment to the work and desire to learn quickly bring Marie in conflict with some who would undo the economic justice principles of The Plan. Under The Plan for the Future, poverty has been eliminated. Everyone has a home, meaningful work, education, healthcare, safe food, and transportation. The norm is "None are permitted excess until all have the essentials." The detractors of The Plan seek its overthrow when the renewal vote comes in 2099. Confronting the half-truths and outright deceptions of these detractors, in an open forum, birthed the grassroots...