Religious Terrorism in the United States: A Veteran's Perspective on Defending Democracy at Home

In this powerful and captivating episode, Karen sits down with Erika, a brave and passionate veteran who recently faced a shocking incident at a press conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Erika shares her journey from military service in Afghanistan to becoming a vocal advocate for defending democracy at home.<br/>The incident occurred during a press conference where Erika and fellow members of Defense of Democracy Oklahoma protested against the promotion of religious liberty in public schools, specifically regarding Christian prayers. Erika shares her deep conviction in upholding the separation of church and state and her dedication to fighting domestic terror in her own backyard.<br/>During the event, tensions escalated when a woman physically assaulted one of Erika's fellow veterans, leading to a second altercation where the same woman spat on Erika's face. Despite her military background and the instinctual fight-or-flight response, Erika chose to remain composed and focused on non-violent, legal actions to hold the perpetrator accountable.<br/>With charges filed and videos of the incident going viral, Erika's story has gained significant support and attention. Her determination to defend freedom and democracy shines as she talks about the importance of using her voice and experiences to create a better future for everyone.For more information visit: Defense of Democracy.org<br/><br/>Become a DofD Support Partner Simply by Texting: "DOFD" to 44321 <br/><br/>Follow, Like and Get Involved with fighting for your community!<br/><br/>Facebook<br/>Twitter<br/>TikTok<br/>Instagram