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BTS gives briefing at the White House for anti-Asian hate summit

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Article: BTS "Asian hate crimes must stop" visit to the White House and Biden

Source: Yonhap News via Naver

1. [+482, -42] BTS has given a briefing in our language on Asian discrimination at the White House, something even our Ministry of Foreign Affairs hasn't been able to achieve. I'm sure some may not think of this as a big deal or that they'd rather see them enlist in the army or even a subset of misogynist men in their twenties who probably think that this is of no help to them, but I'm proud of BTS for rising to this position by fighting against put-downs and discrimination. What breaks my heart is that they're shouting against discrimination in the US while still suffering from discrimination in their own country for being idols and that they still have to fight against people who put them down simply because they do not like them.

2. [+232, -19] BTS has surpassed that of a music group. They are a global influence that spreads positivity all around the world. They are the true pride of Asia. It's only our country Korea that doesn't realize that and continues to put them down, and it's a reality that is so unfortunate to me.

3. [+112, -7] I'm proud of them

4. [+86, -7] BTS is amazing. What can you do with such influence? They are leading the world and bringing honor to our country at the same time.

5. [+80, -6] This feels unreal but also so extraordinary. How did a group from our own country...

6. [+33, -4] They spoke in our language. At the White House. Something that our own politicians have never done. This deserves army exemption. Let's please acknowledge this. The entire world recognizes them as representatives of our country. As representatives of Asia.

7. [+31, -2] This should be an opportunity for all of the filthy rich who paid their children's way into landing expensive international concerto spots so that they can earn military exemptions to be exposed. This is a true example of what it means to bring honor to our country. Why should some rando who bought their way into some nugu concerto be given an exemption and not them? ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

8. [+21, -4] This deserves an exemption. They've done more than even Olympic athletes.

9. [+11, -0] The pride of our country, representatives of Asia!

10. [+10, -1] I didn't think I'd see a day where I'd be hearing Korean from the White House... I'm so proud of these treasures. Their positive influence is creating miracles!! And I'm sure there are more to come in the future! BTS fighting!

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