Ye’s Apology Is Not Enough
Thank you, Craig Carton, for saying what too many are afraid to say.
There is no place in the NBA for division and hostility at a time of rising antisemitism.
Sports arenas are meant to bring people together, not serve as platforms for political theater that alienates and targets communities.
Moral clarity matters. We appreciate those willing to draw a line.
Thank you, Craig Carton, for saying what too many are afraid to say.
There is no place in the NBA for division and hostility at a time of rising antisemitism.
Sports arenas are meant to bring people together, not serve as platforms for political theater that alienates and targets communities.
Moral clarity matters. We appreciate those willing to draw a line.
By Creative Community for Peace’s own Executive Director in Tablet Magazine (@tabletmag):
PEN America (one of the nation’s leading free speech organizations) quietly retracted its statement condemning the cancellation of comedian Guy Hochman’s events.
PEN was right the first time. It called ideological litmus tests for artists a “profound” violation of free expression.
But after pressure from anti-Israel activists, it reversed course.
When free speech protections disappear the moment a Jewish artist is involved, that is not principle. That is a double standard.
Free expression must be universal — or it means nothing.
By Creative Community for Peace’s own Executive Director in Tablet Magazine (@tabletmag):
PEN America (one of the nation’s leading free speech organizations) quietly retracted its statement condemning the cancellation of comedian Guy Hochman’s events.
PEN was right the first time. It called ideological litmus tests for artists a “profound” violation of free expression.
But after pressure from anti-Israel activists, it reversed course.
When free speech protections disappear the moment a Jewish artist is involved, that is not principle. That is a double standard.
Free expression must be universal — or it means nothing.
An old video of Lady Gaga’s 2014 performance in Tel Aviv is resurfacing — and, predictably, antisemitic trolls are flooding the comments with hate.
Thankfully, the legendary Boy George stepped up, defending Gaga and calling out the ugliness for what it is.
Imagine the power of seeing both of these iconic artists back on stage in Israel. We can’t wait for that day.
An old video of Lady Gaga’s 2014 performance in Tel Aviv is resurfacing — and, predictably, antisemitic trolls are flooding the comments with hate.
Thankfully, the legendary Boy George stepped up, defending Gaga and calling out the ugliness for what it is.
Imagine the power of seeing both of these iconic artists back on stage in Israel. We can’t wait for that day.
At Andorra’s Carnestoltes festival, an effigy dressed in Israel’s colors and marked with a large Star of David was put on trial, hanged, and burned in front of a crowd. The event traditionally ends with the execution of a “mock king,” but this year the symbol chosen was unmistakable.
In 2026 Europe, a Jewish emblem being publicly hanged and set on fire isn’t a small detail. It’s a decision.
At Andorra’s Carnestoltes festival, an effigy dressed in Israel’s colors and marked with a large Star of David was put on trial, hanged, and burned in front of a crowd. The event traditionally ends with the execution of a “mock king,” but this year the symbol chosen was unmistakable.
In 2026 Europe, a Jewish emblem being publicly hanged and set on fire isn’t a small detail. It’s a decision.
Spoken like a true champion 🙏🏅
@ajedelman we are so proud of you and we are all standing behind you.
Spoken like a true champion 🙏🏅
@ajedelman we are so proud of you and we are all standing behind you.
Radio Tele Suisse did the right thing by pulling commentary that singled out and politicized an Israeli Jewish Olympian. Quite frankly, they should fire Stefan Renna for what he pulled.
The Olympic stage is for sport—not geopolitical attacks.
No athlete should be targeted on air because he is Israeli. No Jewish competitor should be interrogated about geopolitics during competition.
This was inappropriate and unacceptable.
Radio Tele Suisse did the right thing by pulling commentary that singled out and politicized an Israeli Jewish Olympian. Quite frankly, they should fire Stefan Renna for what he pulled.
The Olympic stage is for sport—not geopolitical attacks.
No athlete should be targeted on air because he is Israeli. No Jewish competitor should be interrogated about geopolitics during competition.
This was inappropriate and unacceptable.
Israeli producer Dana Eden, creator of the Apple TV+ series Tehran, was found dead in her hotel room in Athens while filming the show’s fourth season. Greek authorities are investigating the case as a suspected murder.
Tehran, the internationally recognized thriller about an Israeli undercover agent operating in Iran, brought Israeli storytelling to a global audience. Now its creator’s sudden death has left the industry in shock as investigators work to determine what happened.
Israeli producer Dana Eden, creator of the Apple TV+ series Tehran, was found dead in her hotel room in Athens while filming the show’s fourth season. Greek authorities are investigating the case as a suspected murder.
Tehran, the internationally recognized thriller about an Israeli undercover agent operating in Iran, brought Israeli storytelling to a global audience. Now its creator’s sudden death has left the industry in shock as investigators work to determine what happened.
A powerful and proud moment for Israeli sports 🇮🇱🏀
Deni Avdija made history as the first Israeli ever to step onto the NBA All-Star court, competing among the very best in the game, playing 15 minutes, and scoring 5 points on basketball’s biggest stage.
Beyond the stats, this milestone represents something even greater: the unifying power of sport to transcend borders and bring communities together. Congratulations, Deni, thank you for representing Israel with excellence, pride, and integrity on the global stage.
A powerful and proud moment for Israeli sports 🇮🇱🏀
Deni Avdija made history as the first Israeli ever to step onto the NBA All-Star court, competing among the very best in the game, playing 15 minutes, and scoring 5 points on basketball’s biggest stage.
Beyond the stats, this milestone represents something even greater: the unifying power of sport to transcend borders and bring communities together. Congratulations, Deni, thank you for representing Israel with excellence, pride, and integrity on the global stage.
