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Are You Anti-American?
Greg answers the frequently asked question of whether he is anti-American. What’s your best guess? Watch the video and find out!
Category: Q&A
Tags: America, Greg Boyd, Nationalism, Political Idolatry, Politics, ReKnew, Video Q&A
Topics: Ethical, Cultural and Political Issues
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