Sami Hamdi 2 Years of Occupation & Genocide
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Sep 29, 2025 
Sami Hamdi, a seasoned journalist focused on Middle East politics, discusses the profound impact of the Gaza conflict on American consciousness. He reveals how graphic imagery and activism have shifted perceptions of U.S. policy. Hamdi highlights a surge in grassroots movements challenging anti-boycott legislation and emphasizes the role of cultural figures in amplifying support for Palestine. He notes unexpected voices across the political spectrum condemning violence and underscores a growing sentiment for Palestinian recognition in global politics.
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Negative Events Seed Revival
- Adversity often produces greater revival and positive reform within the Muslim community.
- Historical traumas like colonization triggered powerful movements of religious renewal and learning.
Post-1857 Revival Movements
- After the 1857 uprising, the Deobandi ulama formed madaris and a curriculum for revival.
- Sir Sayyid Ahmad Khan separately pushed scientific and English education, shaping modern South Asian Muslim thought.
Keep Trust And Positive Expectation
- Trust Allah and maintain husn al-dhan (good expectation) even when outcomes are uncertain.
- Focus on steadfastness and patient action rather than despair about immediate results.
