Guy Christensen, a 19-year-old influencer, sparked outrage by openly supporting the actions of Elias Rodriguez, the accused killer of two Israeli diplomats. In his TikTok, which amassed over 632,500 views before being deleted, Christensen stated he does not condemn the killings, framing them as resistance against perceived Israeli aggression. His comments highlight a troubling trend among some youth who equate activism with violence, reflecting deep divisions in public discourse about Israel and Palestine. Christensen's statements have drawn significant media attention and backlash for potentially endorsing violence.
Christensen, in a TikTok video that garnered over 632,500 views, said, 'I want to urge you first to support Elias' actions.' He implied that opposition to Israel justifies violence.
He contended that, 'You cannot expect to do such a thing in this world without the people standing up to fight to stop you in any way they can, to resist against you.' This statement underscores the belief among some activists that violence is a legitimate form of protest.
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