Posted on 12/02/2023 9:11:15 AM PST by Eleutheria5
Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon issued an apology on Friday for her polemic, antisemitic comments made during a pro-Palestinian rally in New York City last month.
The incident led to her separation from top Hollywood talent agency UTA.
Sarandon, addressing the crowd at Union Square on Nov. 17, asserted that Jews were "getting a taste of what it is like to be Muslim in this country, so often subjected to violence."
The New York Post reported that she "intended" instead to express concern about the rise in hate crimes.
In an Instagram post, Sarandon said, "This phrasing was a terrible mistake, as it implies that until recently Jews have been strangers to persecution when the opposite is true."
She further recognized the historical oppression and religious violence endured by the Jewish community, citing instances from centuries past to recent events like the Tree of Life shooting in Pittsburgh.
Sarandon clarified that she had not intended to speak at the rally but was invited onstage to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and advocate for a cease-fire.
Expressing regret for diminishing the reality and the hurt caused by her comments, the Academy Award-winning actress acknowledged the enduring struggles faced by the Jewish community.
Following the backlash, Sarandon faced professional repercussions as UTA, her representation since 2014, severed ties with the actress. The agency reportedly took this action after several of its staffers expressed being "extremely hurt" by Sarandon's remarks.
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She’s only sorry there were consequences.
Suzy: B-but I’m one of you! I’m left of Abby Hoffman and I make movies! THIS CAN’T BE HAPPENING TO MEEEEEEE!
Been irrelevant for how long??
When will this old grey beaver go away?
Are Jewish voters taking note of how vile and antisemitic the Left is?
One can only hope so.
I thought she had unshakable beliefs and convictions. Wow was I wrong.
Her karma for two things:
1) This.
2) Wanting “Innocent Until Proven Guilty” to go the way of the Dinosaurs, in favor of “Believe Anyone Who Says They Were Raped”.
Waiting patiently for the mugshot of SS looking like a disheveled Nick Nolte...
“”she “intended” instead to express concern about the rise in hate crimes.””
Sounds like she’s admitting that without a script to follow she has no idea what she’s saying??????
Sadly, Jews are facing previously unspoken leftist sentiments.
Oct 7th tore off a lot of leftist masks.
Anti-Semites don’t hide their grotesque attitudes now, they talk it up 24/7, they
are fearlessly quoted, and would be happy to tell any Jew to his face, if asked.
Jews are now forced to confront their non-Jewish comrades agreeing with them regarding Leftist causes.......which for non-Jews clearly includes unvarnished anti-Semitism.
Given Saranwrap’s activist track record, I call 🐂💩. Besides her primary occupation is actress. She got insanely rich playing make believe. Is it really a sincere, contrite heartfelt apology? Or just another performance?
Susan...drop your top and I’ll consider forgiving you. Honest.
It had to be explained to her that not all Jews are wealthy with Christian ‘significant others’. She never met any other kind since she was in high school.
The majority are taking note, thinking “Those vile right-wing crazies!”, and going back to vote Democratic.
Just like Slick Willy.
“Susan...drop your top and I’ll consider forgiving you. Honest.”
Low hanging fruit.
I support Palestinians! At least, until it affects my cash-flow!
Numerous First Amendment liberties were prominently exercised.
Ms. Sarandon articulated her First Amendment rights.
Likewise, Ms. Sarandon’s agent asserted their First Amendment rights.
Analogous to the public’s First Amendment right to boycott a particular beer brand, and akin to a corporation’s prerogative to abstain from advertising on a social media platform.
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