What do you do when afraid of retribution for telling the truth?

Donald Trump has threatened and engaged in retribution towards people he deems disloyal to him. Many people have told me they are scared to speak up for the right thing and truth out of fear of reprisal and attack. This observation raises the question of what should a person do who is scared to tell the truth and do the right thing because of fear of retribution?

When threatened with retribution for advocating for a just cause a person should:

A. Stop the advocacy efforts

B. Engage in retribution also as in "an eye for an eye."

C. Report the threat to the police

D. Pray to one's Higher Power for protection and assistance

E. Engage in deep breathing to lower one's level of emotional arousal.

F. Other

What might “other” be?

What is the best answer?

What would you advise a family member and friends?