Dating Quote by Keith Ellison
“San Bernardino involved two killers were actually radicalized before they started courting or dating each other online, and online as late as - as early as the end of 2013, they were talking to each other about jihad and martyrdom before they became engaged and then married and lived together in the United States.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Congressional Hearing, 2015
Describes how radicalization can occur through online interactions before any physical relationship forms.
In simple terms: Online radicalization can precede real‑world ties.
Key Takeaway
Monitor digital communications for extremist signs.
Themes
radicalization
online behavior
relationships
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
political
security
When to use this quote
- law enforcement
- community outreach
- online platform moderation
- education programs
Key Concepts
counter‑terrorism
sociology
Questions to Reflect On
- What early signs indicate dangerous radicalization?
- How can we intervene without infringing privacy?
A Different Perspective
Risk of overgeneralizing online interactions.
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