[Verse 1]
How long’s it been
Since recess
I must confess…
It’s a no win
[Bridge]
Rule of the fool
(Reign with no brain)
[Chorus]
Schooled
(By the fooled)
Bombed our schoolyards
Schooled
(Tools of the fooled)
Say they hold our cards
[Verse 2]
Many years of tears and fears
No, there’s no class today
Another year… still rubble here
God, there’s got to be another way
[Bridge]
Rule of the fool
(Reign with no brain)
[Chorus]
Schooled
(By the fooled)
Bombed our schoolyards
Schooled
(Tools of the fooled)
Say they hold our cards
[Outro]
Rule of the fool
(Reign with no brain)
ABOUT THE SONG
“Schooled” and the Bombing of Schools in Gaza
“Schooled” captures the devastating reality faced by children in Gaza under the relentless bombings ordered by Netanyahu’s far-right government, backed by the Trump administration’s policies. The song becomes a lament for a generation of Palestinian children robbed of their right to education and safety, living under siege in what has become an open-air prison.
Verse 1: “How long’s it been / Since recess…”
These lines speak to the years children in Gaza have spent without the simple, universal joy of recess—a symbol of normal childhood stolen by war. Schools have been repeatedly bombed, used as shelters, and turned into mass graves, leaving no space for learning or play. With UNRWA defunded and outlawed under pressure from Israel and Trump, even the promise of reopening schools remains a distant dream.
Bridge: “Rule of the fool (Reign with no brain)”
This calls out the reckless, cruel leadership of Netanyahu and Trump, who wield immense power without wisdom or humanity, prioritizing political gain and ideological agendas over the lives of children. It reflects how these leaders have turned Gaza’s suffering into a tool for their own narratives while ignoring the human cost of their actions.
Chorus: “Schooled (By the fooled) / Bombed our schoolyards…”
The repetition of “Schooled” is bitterly ironic, highlighting how the children are being “taught” not through books or teachers, but through violence, fear, and rubble. They are “schooled” by leaders who are themselves “fooled” by ideologies that justify genocide and apartheid, all while claiming they “hold the cards” in determining who gets to live, learn, and dream.
Verse 2: “Many years of tears and fears…”
This verse reflects the generational trauma of children in Gaza who have never known a stable, peaceful school year. Instead of classrooms, they see rubble. Instead of teachers, they hear drones and bombs. Yet the line “God, there’s got to be another way” captures a desperate plea for a future where education is a right, not a casualty of war.
Outro: “Rule of the fool (Reign with no brain)”
Ending on this refrain drives home the truth that these cycles of violence continue because of leaders who prioritize power and ideology over humanity and justice, leaving children as collateral damage in their genocidal ambitions.
Trump’s Complicity in Global War Crimes: Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran
Despite branding himself as a “man of peace,” President Donald Trump’s actions during the first five months of his second term have contributed to a disturbing escalation of global conflict. From enabling brutal regimes to undermining international law, Trump’s role in supporting war crimes across multiple regions—Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran—marks one of the most troubling legacies of any U.S. president in modern history.
Evangelical Christianity and Israel
If you’re curious about the driving force behind US support for Israel, it’s ironically rooted in Evangelical Christianity. Many Evangelical Christians believe they can hasten the “second coming of Christ” by bringing about the apocalypse. According to their interpretation of the Bible, this involves Israel reclaiming Jerusalem, Jesus returning, and ultimately eliminating all Jews. For numerous “Christian Zionists,” especially influential evangelists aligned with the Republican Party, support for Israel is less about political strategy and more about its supposed role in biblical prophecy. In this worldview, war is not something to be avoided but embraced as a divine necessity—an inevitable and even celebratory step toward Jesus’ rule from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. The fate of Jews and Palestinians is, to put it mildly, seen as collateral damage.
[Verse 1]
This supposed freedom
Under the reign of treason
Does dumbfound me
How can one reason
To be free in this kingdom
Without liberty?
[Bridge]
Then, something came to me
(And we came to see)
You can’t hide from genocide
[Chorus]
You can’t hide from genocide
(If you’re the driver of the ride)
You can’t claim ignorance and arrogance
Will get you out of this
(… you wish)
[Verse 2]
You say your rights have more might
You might be wrong as reason’s left
… moral theft
Instead you begin again and again
Same mistake, doubling twice
… heart turned ice
[Bridge]
[Chorus]
[Outro]
Then, something came to me
(And we came to be)
ABOUT THE SONG
“Came to Me #gaza” was inspired by the words of my friend Ahmed Alkhateeb, who speaks from the ground in Gaza, witnessing firsthand the brutality unfolding under the so-called aid of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. He describes how people are humiliated, starved, and shot at when they try to reach aid sites, treated like slaves under a system that dehumanizes them while the world watches. Ahmed calls for accountability, demanding that this foundation be shut down and replaced by UNRWA and the World Food Program, so food can reach families without oppression.
We are witnessing genocide in real time. Tens of thousands of children have been killed by relentless bombings, with countless others left as amputees, undergoing surgery without anesthesia due to the total collapse of medical supply chains. Entire families are starving under siege, cut off from food, water, and medical care, as fuel blockades shut down bakeries and hospitals. Under the promise of safety, families are herded into so-called “humanitarian zones” that the UN itself has labeled “death traps,” only to be bombed again—creating a vicious cycle of displacement, starvation, and mass death, fully documented, fully visible.
In a bitter twist, it may be Donald Trump’s own reckless fiscal and foreign policies that finally strip the United States of its credibility and global leadership, opening the door for the world to hold war criminals accountable, no matter how powerful they are or where they hide.
About the Recording:
“Came to Me #gaza” blends a string of MIDI-connected keyboards, including Yamaha, micro-Korg, and miniNOVA, layered with acoustic guitar through subtle stereo digital delay. The arrangement draws on Middle Eastern instrumentation—oud, qanun, saz, and rebab—amped for rock and roll, creating a soundscape that honors Gaza’s resilience while amplifying the call for justice.
All Israelites should openly condemn genocide and apartheid. As a descendant of the Tribe of Judah, I certainly do. I am horrified and ashamed. I stand firmly against Zionism and Christian Zionists, who are truly to blame. I’m sharing this here in case it helps others understand why we must all speak out — people of every faith, and those with no religion at all.
Christian Zionism and End Times Beliefs Many evangelical leaders close to Trump continue to frame their support for Israel as fulfilling biblical prophecy necessary for the Second Coming of Christ. This includes figures like Robert Jeffress and Mike Evans, who explicitly link political support for Israel with hastening end-times scenarios. These interpretations are rooted in dispensationalist theology, which teaches that the return of Jews to Israel will trigger events leading to Armageddon and the ultimate triumph of Christianity.
Jerusalem and Temple Mount Policies Trump’s 2017 Jerusalem embassy move was celebrated by these evangelicals as a prophetic step toward the apocalypse, viewed by them as positive even though their theology predicts it will lead to widespread destruction, including the death of many Jews who do not convert to Christianity during the tribulation.
Belief in “necessary conflict” to bring Jesus back Some Trump-aligned evangelical figures believe escalating conflict in the Middle East is part of God’s plan, seeing wars or chaos as stepping stones toward Christ’s return. This underpins their resistance to ceasefire efforts, viewing them as delaying prophecy.
Holocaust of Jews in End-Times Prophecy In these theological frameworks, most Jews are expected to perish during the tribulation, with only a small remnant converting and surviving to worship Jesus. While not all evangelicals openly state this, it is a core element of the dispensationalist eschatology held by many Trump-supporting evangelicals. Trump’s administration has courted these voters with policies aligned with their beliefs while ignoring the theological implications for Jews.
Current Administration Messaging Recent statements from Trump campaign surrogates (2025) continue to echo that “supporting Israel is non-negotiable because it is biblical,” while dismissing critiques of the humanitarian consequences of policies in Gaza. At the same time, some within the administration have amplified “apocalyptic urgency” language in prayer meetings and conservative media, framing opposition to their Israel policies as opposition to God’s will.
Summary:
Many evangelicals in Trump’s orbit see themselves as actively helping fulfill biblical prophecy that they believe will culminate in the end of the world.
This includes beliefs that the apocalypse will involve a holocaust of Jews who do not convert.
Trump’s policies continue to cater to this bloc for political support, despite the theological contradiction it poses for Jewish safety.
Resources on the Ongoing Slaughter of Other Faiths
[Verse 1]
Walked for miles
(No, no one smiles)
Says a mama from Gaza
(No humanity in man, see)
[Chorus]
Went for something
(Got nothing)
Children starved
(Of their innocence)
[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Went for something
(Got nothing)
Rights carved and served
(Who will be the impetus)
The impetus amongst us
[Verse 2]
Walked for days
(Searching for ways)
Mama loves here baby
Will she survive (Stay alive?)
Chances are slim to maybe
[Chorus]
Went for something
(Got nothing)
Children starved
(Of their innocence)
[Bridge]
Went for something
(Got nothing)
Rights carved and served
(Who will be the impetus)
The impetus amongst us
[Chorus]
Went for something
(Got nothing)
Children starved
(Of their innocence)
[Outro]
Went for something
(Got nothing)
ABOUT THE SONG
“Got Nothing” is a song born from the rubble and resilience of Gaza, inspired by my new friend Ahmed Alkhateeb and his family, who are living under constant bombardment near Khan Younis after losing their home and store. Amid evacuation orders with nowhere to go, Ahmed, Hoda, and their children take comfort in nature videos, garden images, and dreams of the sea, which is a 30-minute walk away when it is safe enough to visit. Adam, their son, loves animals and dreams of becoming a veterinarian someday—a dream that remains stubbornly alive even as his childhood is stripped away by war.
This song is for them, and for every child whose laughter has been stolen but whose spirit still glows in moments of intelligent conversation, shared hope, and visions of a life beyond tents and rubble.
Musically, “Got Nothing” is a raw, genre-bending track weaving New Wave reggae, post-punk ska funk, industrial psychedelic, and Middle Eastern textures. It features the warm analog growl of my Vox ToneLab tube amp, layered with a Keizweil and Korg midi-linked organ and synthesizer to channel the chaos, heartbreak, and stubborn hope that live side-by-side in Gaza today.
“Got Nothing” is not just a cry of despair; it’s a reminder that even when the world offers nothing, the fight for dignity, innocence, and a future for our children must continue—no matter how uncertain the dawn.
Militarized Aid and War Crimes: The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s Deadly Operations Under Trump
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a private nonprofit incorporated in Delaware in February 2025 in cooperation with Donald Trump, stands at the center of mounting international outrage and investigation following allegations of grave human rights abuses in Gaza.
Originally established as an “alternative aid channel” amid the dismantling of UNRWA, GHF has received support and logistical backing from the U.S. and Israeli governments, employing private security contractors to distribute food and water through heavily fortified aid hubs. However, multiple eyewitness reports, satellite imagery analyses, and independent humanitarian monitors have accused GHF personnel of shooting unarmed, starving women and children attempting to access these critical supplies. Estimates indicate that over 700 civilians have been shot, most within proximity of GHF-controlled distribution centers, with many incidents involving GHF personnel or GHF-coordinated security forces.
GHF has also been accused of using starvation as a weapon of war in Gaza by restricting the flow of aid to areas deemed politically noncompliant, violating international law and multiple Geneva Convention provisions. Humanitarian organizations, including Doctors Without Borders and the International Committee of the Red Cross, have condemned the foundation’s operations, warning that GHF’s approach is militarizing and politicizing aid delivery, resulting in the collective punishment of civilians.
Additional reports allege GHF’s cooperation with Israeli intelligence agencies, including the use of facial recognition software at checkpoints and distribution sites to identify and target individuals for arrest or extrajudicial execution. Several documented cases suggest that individuals flagged during aid collection were later detained or found dead under suspicious circumstances, raising concerns of systematic extrajudicial killings coordinated under the guise of humanitarian relief.
International law experts and human rights advocates argue that these actions constitute war crimes, including forced displacement, ethnic cleansing, and the use of starvation as a weapon. The United Nations has opened preliminary investigations, and the International Criminal Court (ICC) is reportedly reviewing evidence for potential prosecution of individuals involved, including senior GHF officials and affiliated government partners.
The situation in Gaza is not isolated in the scope of Trump’s activities. Donald Trump has also been implicated in war crimes in Ukraine and Iran, where his support for aggressive military actions, civilian-targeting operations, and violations of sovereignty have drawn condemnation from international legal bodies and further tarnished the United States’ standing on human rights.
Critics argue that GHF exemplifies the dangers of privatized, militarized humanitarian intervention, particularly under leadership driven by political agendas rather than human needs. By bypassing established relief networks, leveraging surveillance technology for political ends, and utilizing lethal force against desperate civilians, GHF has transformed aid into an instrument of violence and control in one of the world’s most vulnerable regions.
As investigations continue, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and its backers may become a defining case study in how humanitarian cover can be exploited to commit war crimes, enforce political objectives, and further erode the rule of law in global conflict zones.
Evangelical Christianity and Israel
If you’re curious about the driving force behind US support for Israel, it’s ironically rooted in Evangelical Christianity. Many Evangelical Christians believe they can hasten the “second coming of Christ” by bringing about the apocalypse. According to their interpretation of the Bible, this involves Israel reclaiming Jerusalem, Jesus returning, and ultimately eliminating all Jews. For numerous “Christian Zionists,” especially influential evangelists aligned with the Republican Party, support for Israel is less about political strategy and more about its supposed role in biblical prophecy. In this worldview, war is not something to be avoided but embraced as a divine necessity—an inevitable and even celebratory step toward Jesus’ rule from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. The fate of Jews and Palestinians is, to put it mildly, seen as collateral damage.
[Verse 1]
Insanity is…
(Doing the same thing over and over)
Over and over again
(Expecting a different result)
Perhaps it’s time to halt
[Chorus]
Can we try something different?
(For a change)
Do you mind if it’s more kind
(Let’s rearrange)
[Bridge]
Can we try something different?
[Verse 2]
Making the same mistake
(Forgetting to give… only take, take, take)
Forgetting to live…
Won’t we ever learn
(Trust and love ya gotta earn)
[Chorus]
Can we try something different?
(For a change)
Do you mind if it’s more kind
(Let’s rearrange)
[Bridge]
Can we try something different
(By being less indifferent)
Can we learn to live to give
(Try n’ make more than we take)
And, get along
(As we get on)
[Chorus]
Can we try something different?
(For a change)
Do you mind if it’s more kind
(Let’s rearrange)
[Outro]
Can we try something different
(By being less indifferent)
Can we learn to live to give
(Try n’ make more than we take)