Straight White American Jesus Special Episode: The Killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE w/ Angela Denker
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Jan 9, 2026 Reverend Angela Denker, a Lutheran pastor and award-winning author, shares her firsthand perspective on the tragic killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE in Minneapolis. She discusses the emotional aftermath, including the community's trauma and school closures. Denker highlights the surge in vigils and the bravery of local citizens amidst state violence. The conversation addresses the impact of white supremacy on public perception and advocates for solidarity and truth-telling in times of grief. This poignant dialogue urges listeners to remember the humanity behind political narratives.
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Conflicting Narratives About State Violence
- The killing of Renee Nicole Good revealed starkly different public narratives and political gaslighting about state violence.
- Angela Denker frames this as part of an expanding, state-sanctioned violence that now shocks broader publics.
Clergy Solidarity And Community Trauma
- Rev. Angela Denker describes clergy organizing and community grief in Minneapolis following the shooting.
- She emphasizes trauma across families and how gaslighting from leaders compounds pain.
Resilience Through Organizing And Witness
- Minneapolis shows resilient civic responses like vigils, school closures, and neighbor networks after repeated traumas.
- Denker links sustained community resilience to prior organizing and direct witness of events on video.
