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Kevin Ahn
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I like theology, LA sports, music (esp guitars). But to quote Dom Toretto, the most important thing is ‘family.’
Nationalism Pt 2: Black context whose national identity was stolen by slavery and could never be found in White America is your enemy. In his own words, “You wouldn’t be in this country if some white man hadn’t kidnapped you. (But) some of you think you came here on the Mayflower.”
November 23, 2024 at 8:06 PM
Nationalism Pt 1: Malcolm mentions the importance of nationalism. This is concerning when heard with 2024 ears due to the very real threat of Christian Nationalism poses however there is a be very distinct difference between X’s use and White Supremacy’s use. Namely that Malcolm, is speaking to a
November 22, 2024 at 8:43 PM
Politics/Religion: Malcolm begins by reminding his audience that he is still a Muslim minister and that Islam is dear to him. But he also asserts that there must be some separation between faith/politics for the sake of the common good. He mentions Christian ministers (like MLK) as an example.
November 22, 2024 at 8:40 PM
So I did some quick research and I still fail to see how she’s letting people down on Palestine. Especially when looking at her criticism of Israel, Netanyahu, and Biden. I’m curious where you think she could do more.

www.nytimes.com/2024/07/11/u...
Ocasio-Cortez Loses the Democratic Socialists’ Endorsement Over Israel
The New York congresswoman was blamed for not being supportive enough of the Palestinian cause and efforts to end the war in Gaza.
www.nytimes.com
November 22, 2024 at 11:52 AM
She’s been one of the most outspoken critics of Israel, Netanyahu and Biden.
November 22, 2024 at 11:49 AM
Hi Aida! I might read her statement on 10/7 anniversary which condemns Netanyahu and calls out the Biden administration or her calling out AIPAC? I also don’t see how endorsing Biden, to avoid a Trump Presidency, is specifically anti-Palestinian? Especially when Trump is a worse option for Gaza?
November 22, 2024 at 11:48 AM
You’re right to be weary. The movie is based off the Eric Metaxas book. Metaxas’ biography was well received in the Evangelical community but in the wider, Academic Bonhoeffer community it was somewhat maligned. He is now a highly outspoken MAGA supporter who wrote Trump Children’s books.
November 22, 2024 at 11:27 AM
This quote from a Biola Chapel. 😅

“I have 3 things I'd like to say. First, while you were sleeping last night, 30,000 kids died of starvation. Second, most of you don't give a shit. Worse is you're more upset with the fact that I said shit than the fact that 30,000 kids died last night.”
November 20, 2024 at 4:26 PM
“Mixing religion and politics is like mixing ice cream and manure. It doesn't do much to the manure but it sure does ruin the ice cream.”
November 20, 2024 at 4:11 PM
At a Biola Chapel,

“I have 3 things I'd like to say. First, while you were sleeping last night, 30,000 kids died of starvation or diseases. Second, most of you don't give a shit. What's worse is that you're more upset with the fact that I said shit than the fact that 30,000 kids died last night.”
November 20, 2024 at 4:10 PM