Where might I go?

Generally when we get a query like yours, I make the comment that you need to be running TO something rather than AWAY from something. That seems to be the issue here.

Honestly, I know of no country that has American style gun laws. And I certainly don't know of any countries that share the US view of "strong civil liberties" in the sense I think you probably mean that. Then again, why would you need to carry a gun around all the time "for personal protection" if you are in a country with a low crime rate?

The other big question is, what languages do you speak? Given that all the big English speaking countries are off the list, you're going to need a foreign language (or two or three) to get by.

One caveat on #2: As a US citizen, you'll be subject to US tax laws no matter where in the world you eventually decide to settle. Only overseas earned income (i.e. salary) is subject to the exclusion - and so you'll wind up paying US taxes (or the equivalent) on your business income generated abroad anyhow.
Cheers,
Bev

Bevdeforges,

Thank you for your reply.

In this case, I have good reasons to go elsewhere. While I understand that people considering relocation should generally be looking to go somewhere, instead of get away from somewhere, those situations are predicated on the need for improvement, not escapism. I am looking to escape, so I need to find somewhere - anywhere.

Civil liberties are very important to me, and I don't feel that the US has stuck to the promises made to its citizens by the Constitution. There has to be someplace in the world where government takes a hands-off approach to its citizens, rather than trying to constantly meddle in their lives.

There is no such thing as a safe area. There are only safer areas. Were it not for lawful firearm carry, I probably wouldn't be here today, so that is one fundamental liberty I am unwilling to give up. There is no other way for citizens of any physical stature to put themselves on equal footing with a large, aggressive criminal. Calling the police is useless, since they can't respond fast enough to interrupt the crime before the criminal has a chance to maim or kill.

Since I plan on permanent relocation and adoption of citizenship elsewhere, US tax law is of no consequence to me once my move is finished. I have no plans to retain US citizenship or even go back - ever.

I currently speak only English, but I am a fast learner, and I am willing to learn whatever language(s) are needed to find a new home. This is why I am planning this well in advance, so I have the time to learn another language, if necessary.