Weekly Roundup: Good News Friday – Harvard, Abrego Garcia, and the Chinese Mirror (Bradley Onishi and Daniel Miller; Straight White American Jesus podcast)

Brad presents a ‘Good News Friday’ amidst various hard and difficult topics, focusing on positive developments from the past week. Key highlights include Andrew Seidel and Brian Kaylor’s inspiring talks at Capitol Hill about the threats of Christian nationalism and authoritarianism.

Brad also discusses Harvard University’s resistance to the Trump administration’s demands to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, amidst federal attempts to revoke its tax-exempt status. He touches on the ongoing fight for constitutional rights, particularly through the case of Abrego Garcia and the judicial pushback against the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration policies.

The episode wraps up with Brad reflecting on the global context, comparing U.S. infrastructure and societal norms with those in China, urging listeners to imagine a more vibrant, inclusive future for America.
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https://www.straightwhiteamericanjesus.com/episodes/weekly-roundup-good-news-friday-harvard-abrego-garcia-and-the-chinese-mirror/