- The event discusses comparisons of Israeli political trends to North America and Europe, alongside the context of the Hamas attack on Israel.
- Protests against Hamas are underway, involving operations in the Gaza Strip and centered around Columbia University.
- Macklemore's song, named after a campus protest, references Gaza, leading to criticism from StopAntisemitism and pressure from IAC.
Pink and the Israeli-American Council criticized Macklemore's speech and lyrics regarding Mandatory Palestine, leading to calls for removal from Hinds Hall.
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
Pink and the Israeli-American Council criticized Macklemore's speech and lyrics regarding Mandatory Palestine, leading to calls for removal from Hinds Hall.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Pink publicly criticized Macklemore's remarks regarding genocide.1 source
Roger Waters criticized Israeli actions against Palestinians, impacting tour viability.1 source
Pink and Macklemore used their platforms to clarify political statements supporting the Palestinian cause.1 source
Pink used Instagram to repost criticism of Macklemore's speech, following IAC calls for his removal from Hinds Hall.1 source
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The entities involved
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Macklemore
American rapper and singer from Washington
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Pink
American singer, songwriter, and actress (born 1979)
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Mandatory Palestine
League of Nations Mandate in the Middle East under British administration (1920–1948)
Related events
- Ed Sheeran is touring with Macklemore, whose lyrics accuse Israel of apartheid, while Columbia students protest the Israel conflict.
- The ICJ is hearing a genocide case against Israeli forces as South Africa accuses Israel. This coincides with Hamas attacks on southern Israel and ongoing military operations in Gaza and the West Bank. Meanwhile, Macklemore performed with Ed Sheeran, whose song condemns Israel's military action.
- Paloma Faith criticized Ed Sheeran for avoiding the debate on the situation in Gaza, sparked by Macklemore's statements.
- The Israel-Palestine conflict threatens tour viability as Ed Sheeran and Macklemore face accusations of genocide on stage.
- Macklemore performed a pro-Palestinian anthem referencing Gaza and was subsequently removed from tour venues in Arlington.