Based largely on information supplied by Hamas, Pen America’s distorted report is filled with hateful lies and glaring omissions that are simply designed to demonize Israel.
By downplaying the horrors of October 7th and largely dismissing Hamas’ own actions that led to the current situation in Gaza, Pen America seeks to further silence Israeli and Jewish voices in literature and culture.
In doing so, the organization has lost sight of its mission and gravely damaged its own credibility. Art and literature are meant to build bridges and foster dialogue, not to be twisted into tools of division and hate.
— CCFP Literary Alliance
Cover Photo: New York, NY – August 19, 2022: Siri Hustvedt speaks during PEN America rally in support of Salman Rushdie and freedom to write on steps of NYPL