Just days ago, a Norwegian football supporter drew sharp criticism for refusing to join the rhythmic rowing cheer that swept through the stadium stands. To many football fans, his solitary resistance looked absurd. I could not help but laugh because it perfectly captured what it feels like to be a Somalilander attempting to step outside the all-encompassing pull of tribalism: one lone dissenter amid a roaring crowd, the ultimate contrarian. In t…
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