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You are thoughtful and wise. What a shame that we miss out on your talent. Apologies on behalf of a weeping lady Liberty and our formerly free country.

Family members have also been invited to attend an event in Washington. I am advising and hoping that they won’t go as it is not safe anymore. I used to be worried about visiting US due to the gun culture. Now it’s guns and so called “law and order” officials that cause fear

I completely understand - as an American I'm concerned about getting back in if I leave.

I am so sorry, i voted for Harris for a more loving country and instead hate had won…. We r not giving up and everything going on is fueling us

I’m so sorry you had to do this but trust me when I say most Americans support your decisions. Maybe one day you’ll be able to trust us again. Stay safe. ❤️❤️

At this time, you made the right decision. ❤️ from Los Angeles.

This is infuriating, and in the same situation, I would do the exact same thing.

I am sorry both for you and those who will miss your wisdom and inspiration. I cannot imagine the uncertainty one might feel about traveling here for any purpose after the recent actions taken by the Trump admin. However, I completely understand your reluctance to do so, and so will others.

We're definitely here and we didn't ask for this. There's many of us unimaginably pissed off at how our image in being smeared by an evil cabal of fascist morons while we have little ability to stop it. That's not to say I'm not doing what I can though, I am.

The US is not a safe destination for anyone now. Don’t go there, don’t do business with them if possible, don’t buy US products. Don’t support them. The cost is not worth the price.

I wish I could argue but every point you have is a good and solid one. Stay safe please. It is our loss. *sending horse hugs*

This breaks my heart! 😢 I’m so sorry!!!

Good decision…went to your page and I really liked your work…

I don’t blame you. I’m sorry-

A beautiful soul such as yours has no place in the frat party the US has become. Be well.

You are smart not to come here right now.

As an American, seeing the atrocities being taken against foreign visitors is appalling many of us. I would have never believed 10 years ago allied countries would issue travel advisories to the U.S. We are also very much aware they are warranted with our insane president. He has made us pariahs.

Understood and warranted; currently, our 'Govt', is under attack, hijacked by a faction of sick, sad, demented individuals - but they & their 'supporters' are in no way representative of all of us / the majority. Stay safe and stay Green.

To be honest, I’m just not taking any chances, staying where I feel safest. I have that privilege. I’m just worried for my friends and all those who have to deal with this.

I’m an American and can’t blame you. Would leave if I could find a way.

So very sorry that you feel this way and don’t blame you a bit. If I wasn’t American I wouldn’t visit the US either. Didn’t vote for this guy in either election & so ashamed of my country.

Very very sad…the USA has changed. Very sad.

Completely get this. The rule of law no longer applies in the US. I'm scared to travel there too. I'm reminded of the Handmaid's Tale scene at the airport where women with children (ie fertile) are 'detained' and sadly that sort of situation now seems not just possible, but probable.

I'm sorry for the way my countries fall into authoritarianism has affected you and the millions of others who used to be able to consider the USA a modern, responsible country. Those days are over.

We have plenty of green haired artists here and they are just fine. You would have been just fine.

Yes for sure but it won't happen by itself.

Thugs always target those who look different.

😞

Hope you can make it someday. Take care. Be safe.

It is shameful our one time allies have to feel this way. It is not unwarranted. I feel like I'm living in the upside down.

I'm so sorry. Unfortunately, it's sensible in the current time. Half of us in the US don't feel safe traveling in the US at this point. I hope it gets better within our lifetimes.

So sorry my country now sucks so hard.

VERY sorry you felt unsafe in our country. If it means anything, many American citizens feel unsafe here, too.

I fully respect the decision you’ve made - you must put your safety first. Your contributions are important!

It’s remarkable that people feel fearful of traveling to my country the way I fear Russia: breaks my heart.💔

Canada here! C'mon down! 😁

I'm sorry. 😔

I'm so sorry.

Good call, Iris. Traveling here now is unsafe.

Smart.

This too shall pass but in the meantime I fear you would not be safe. I'm an American citizen and I am advising any friends from other countries to avoid travel here while this regime is in Power.

Wise decision! Stay safe and keep making art!!

I’m so sorry to read this 💔 and understand your concern for your safety. It’s what they want isn’t it. I hope you find comfort in your support networks 🙏🏼

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I honestly wish all traveling artists would cancel. As a citizen of the US, I’m afraid the message isn’t truly going to sink in until all the people are hurting and suffering. The tide is turning but still too slowly.

Sadly, Iris is right. You bring your work tools they will say you’re coming here to work. I’m so sorry. The USA is not safe.

These are very scary times for both visitors and citizens!

As an American and a proud Milwaukee resident, I’m so sorry it has come to this. Hope you can visit in 4-years.

I am glad you are not coming here. Please be safe. ❤️

I feel you, I was planing to go to nyc this year but by besides being Spanish and having an European passport I was born and raised in Venezuela… I don’t want to end up in Guantanamo or in the mega jail in El Salvador just for being Venezuelan…🥲

understandable. and hopefully we will have more and more people like you taking over the leadership here <3

I think this is incredibly sad but the right call. You need to protect yourself. I’m so sorry about what the US has become…

I am also an artist with green hair named Iris, but I live in the States…and yeah. You’re making the right call. I wish that weren’t the case, but it is.

A wise decision...

Hope it won't take that long for America to recover.

You made a very smart decision.

Oh yeah. I'm a white man myself, but four people from my country have been detained illegally so far. I'd say that this is unbelievable, but we all knew it was coming, didn't we

You're absolutely correct.

Although there's a lot of good conventions near me, I've started looking at virtual cons as well! It's definitely not the same experience, but a lot of them are free/low-cost entry and it takes up a lot less spoons to attend.

With each of these posts I read, regarding this matter, I hate Trump more and more. On behalf of myself and every other decent citizen of this country, I'm truly sorry

As an American, you have all my sympathies, and I 1000 percent agree with your decision. America is *not* a safe place to be, and if I could get my people out of here, I would.

I’m so sorry but you made the right call. No one should be traveling to the US right now. They are detaining people for weeks at a time here 😞

Sadly, you have made the right decision. 😔

I'm very sorry. I support you.💔

Given everything currently going on in the US, you have 1000% made the right call. Btw I'm an American and even I don't feel safe in my own country right now, so I can fully understand people NOT wanting to risk their safety coming to the US for anything

Yeah I would tell everyone you know who is looking to come here not to. It's not safe here for anyone who isn't a straight white male born and bred religiously zealous American right now.

You're doing the right thing. It isn't safe to come here now. I hope in the future things will change, but for now just stay safe ❤️

I think you've made a wise decision. I'm so sorry.

I hate so much that I understand and encourage your decision. Be safe! Be happy!

This makes me terribly sad, but is totally understandable under the present circumstances. I hope & pray the damage done will not be irreversible. 💔🙏🏻

I’m so sorry that this had to happen to you. But you are making the right decision.

As a first-gen birthright citizen, it saddens me to have decided that unless something changes for the better If & when I next leave the country to travel, I will also move I will not even risk attempting to return To be clear: I’m a native-born US citizen, family documented But I trust NOTHING

You're not wrong. Do what you must to take care of yourself. As an American with...opinions...I'm just trying to keep my head down.

Unfortunately you’re right.

As long as the Trump Gestapo is in power, avoid the US.

Good call

As an American I am so sorry. As a human I stand in solidarity with you. Peace.

A friend of mine who usually visits the US every 2 years told me today he won't be going again. He is a white male but even he thinks it is too dangerous to go. Not because of random shootings but because of ICE and the US government.

Nobody wants to "win" a free trip to El Salvador.

Idk what to say except I’m so sorry. And I don’t blame you one damn bit. Also I love your green hair, and your art is fantastic. 🫶

Iris, many of us understand you thoughtful reflecttion on your decison. As a 70 yr old human woman, who loves the Arts & is an American who knew exactly what would occur if Trump took office, his haters in tow ? Know we are fighting to take our Nation back so you & your gifts will be welcome...

The CLOSING of the American Mind.

As someone who's from the US. With all due respect, stay the fuck away from here. if you're anything but a basic looking white pasty mother fucker, you're gonna get targeted by everyone. police, people, passer by's...it fucking sucks. culture in america is being destroyed as we speak.

As an American, this is completely understandable…thank you for explaining. I am ashamed….

Sd affair, but the right move.

I am so sorry this is happening! We used to be such a welcoming country, and I am just sick about how this is occurring. Wishing you much success in all your endeavors, and here's to a brighter future for all of us.

I wish I could apologize on behalf of America. But if it's worth anything, I am sorry that this happened. And I pray that this country will come to its senses soon.

I’m an America btw

This is incredibly sad and I don’t blame you at all for feeling unsafe. I’m sorry that my country is so messed up.

Much respect and love from the USA. I'm sorry our country is unsafe for you and so many others. We don't all support the Trump regime.

I agree, but my heart is breaking to think that the country I’ve loved for 82 years isn’t safe for an artist to visit! 🥲

As an American I say you made the right decision. No one is save. I am sorry you had to cancel your trip

Stay safe. Everyone in America understands and wishes it weren't so.

I think you have made a wise decision. We are working here in the States to change this situation for the better soon. Hope your decision is a wake up call to many.

I'm sorry you are missing something you feel dear to and you are making the absolute best decision of your life. It's only March, it may well be much worse by June.

Don’t blame ya. It’s understandable

NYC is still safe. Well, not Staten Island, but nobody wants to go there anyway.

I do not blame her. Terribly sad.

Above all, stay safe.

I agree. In fact, I warn acquaintances to refrain from visiting the USA right now. Safety is my biggest concern for them. As a citizen I hate to admit this but it has to be said.

Sad situation but understand perfectly.

Good for you. The US sucks right now. Watch out for yourself. It will be that much sweeter when you can safely visit and share and enjoy. I'm sorry

That's sad. But I don't blame you one bit. We're in the middle of a hostile takeover. It's a shitshow here.

The USA is NOT a safe visit to visit. You are wise to cancel. SADLY it also is not a SAFE PLACE TO LIVE. We are under siege.

😢

I’m so sorry but the right thing to do.

I wouldn’t travel here, just like I would bot have traveled to Nazi Germany in 1933.

USA isn't safe for anyone. I don't blame U got boycotting the usa

It's a very smart call

Thank you for doing what is safe!! 💙💙

Probably the right decision, but horrible that it had to be made at all. Be kind to yourself and keep being awesome!

Don’t blame you 😬

Damn.

How sad

Can’t blame you at all. Most unfortunate that Milwaukee will be the ones who really miss out.

I'm an American from California and I'm sorry. I agree that you made the right decision. This America isn't the America of yore. It's dangerous for anyone from any other country to visit. ICE is detaining regular tourists these days. Until that changes that, no one is safe traveling here.

I’m sorry you aren’t able to make your event. It hurts that people are now afraid to come to the U.S. Just know the majority of Americans are disgusted and disappointed this is happening.

America is not safe! I respect your decision.

Your safety is of utmost most importantance, coming here would definitely put you in danger. Although I am not an artist, not by any stretch of the imagination, I know that when it is safe, you will be welcomed with open arms.