Straight White American Jesus It's in the Code ep 159: “No Human Is Illegal, Pt.2”
Aug 27, 2025
The discussion takes a deep dive into the selective biblical justifications used by conservatives to push anti-immigration agendas. It critiques the inconsistency between calls for compassion in scripture and the xenophobic rhetoric often employed. The host highlights the theological perspectives on inclusion and the challenges of addressing exclusionary interpretations of the biblical text. Additionally, the conversation examines how concepts like 'orderliness' are manipulated to shape social views on undocumented immigrants, raising important questions about faith and policy.
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Bible Used As Afterthought
- Allie Beth Stuckey delays and minimizes biblical engagement, revealing politics often drive her positions more than scripture.
- Dan Miller argues her late, brief biblical section shows the book is conservative-first, Christian-second.
Scripture Commands Care For Foreigners
- The Hebrew Bible repeatedly commands care for foreigners and sojourners, creating a major challenge for xenophobic readings.
- Miller emphasizes that these passages are central and numerous, not marginal.
Selective Citation Masks Scale
- Stuckey concedes scripture mentions loving the foreigner but cites only two passages while calling them "several."
- Miller highlights this as a tactic to make these commands seem rare and weak.
