Elijah E. Hernandez

had a religious upbringing and was actively involved in his local church from a young age. However, he began to question his beliefs and found solace in music, particularly heavy metal, as a form of escape from negative influences such as gang life and public institutions. As he entered his twenties, Elijah attended college and became increasingly aware of what he perceived as the prevalence of socialist ideologies being promoted in academia. This realization led him to believe that many professors and students lacked an understanding of the true nature of American institutions and establishments, which he sees as rooted in realism rather than idealism or socialism. Overall, Elijah’s personal journey has shaped his perspective on religion, music, and sociopolitical landscape of the United States.