In early January, Emma Watson came out in solidarity with the “Free Palestine” movement. She clearly does not know that to “free Palestine” from the River to the Sea would mean the total annihilation of Israel and the deaths of millions of Jews. Nonetheless, as a famed actress, her opinion matters, despite what little she may know about a well-documented history. The Palestinians, however, are enslaved, not by Israel, but by the Palestinian Authority and Hamas. That is not a consideration for Watson, however, and she is getting support for her anti-Israel views.
What do the Hollywood entertainers who are supporting Watson know about “human rights”? They are virtually taking the Palestinian Authority’s definition of “human rights,” that is, the jihad against Israel.
The mainstream media and entertainment industry have the greatest impact on Western culture and society. Although Emma Watson et al know nothing about the jihad against Israel, they are significant voices that have impact upon a generation of fans. They unwittingly serve to fuel antisemitism and strengthen the jihad against Israel, without even realizing that the interests they serve will regard them as inferior infidels, people who are spreading corruption in the land, and worse. These useful idiots are biting the hand that feeds them: a free America that is allied with free Israel, and fighting to hold on to its freedoms.
“Hollywood stars stand by Emma Watson, Palestinians in row with Israel,” Daily Sabah, January 17, 2022:
A chorus of supportive voices has resonated through Hollywood, with many celebrities voicing their solidarity with British actress Emma Watson, who has triggered heavy criticism from Israeli politicians after her social media post of empathy for Palestinian protesters in the occupied territories.
Many famous names, including Charles Dance, Mark Ruffalo, Susan Sarandon and Peter Capaldi issued a statement containing a message of solidarity with Palestine and Emma Watson, the star of the “Harry Potter” movie series.
“We stand by Emma Watson and join the meaningful solidarity with the Palestinians who fight for human rights within the framework of international law,” the statement that was signed by more than 40 film industry notables said.
Last week, Watson shared a photo on her Instagram account, which read “Solidarity is a verb” with pro-Palestinian protesters in the background. Watson’s post drew the reaction of Israeli officials, including from Danny Danon, a former minister in former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government, who accused Watson of anti-Semitism.
In the tweet, Danon also mentioned Watson, who is well-known as a human rights advocate and humanist, by adding her handle.
“10 points from Gryffindor for being an antisemite,” Danon said, in a reference to the “Harry Potter” movies in which the actress played the role of Hermione that led to her fame.
After tweeting the hilarious accusation, the envoy was blasted by social media users, even by pro-Israel ones who criticized him for harming the Middle Eastern country’s reputation.
“Ratio,” many users said, using the well-known Twitter jargon to refer to tweets so unpopular that they get only a handful of likes and thousands of negative comments.
Hollywood celebrities in their statement acknowledged “the imbalance of power between the occupying power Israel and the Palestinians under the military occupation and apartheid system,” referring to a Human Rights Watch (HRW) report that underlined Israel’s sundry crimes of apartheid and persecution. In the statement, the artists expressed their opposition to Israel’s attempts to forcibly remove Palestinian families from East Jerusalem and other occupied Palestinian territories…..
Jim says
I know university professors who should know better, but have attitudes similar to Emma Watson. It is not just actors and directors. The problem has to do with being unwilling to listen to people who know things they do not know. A lot of people simply want to believe in the underdog, and the Arabs have the skill in playing underdogs. They are quasi trans-victims, to use woke terms.
James Lincoln says
Jim says,
“The problem has to do with being unwilling to listen to people who know things they do not know.”
Absolutely true.
If I, personally, have a thought about something important, I would like to have it objectively corroborated by a trusted source.
Rufolino says
“As a famed actress” (How do you “fame” someone ?) “her opinion matters.”
Seriously ? Are you kidding me ?
gravenimage says
Agreed, Jim and James.
Frances says
It’s highly unlikely that Emma Watson knows much, if.anything, about Israel! It’s much more likely
that she’s decided that the Palestinians are not well treated!
To the contrary, they live very comfortably in their country and have nothing whatsoever to do with Israel or Israelis!
Emma Watson would do well to check her knowledge of what she writes!
BexarKat says
Anti-Zionism is just a cover for Anti-Semitism. Dr MLK said that, but apparently according to Joe Biden, George Floyd is more important to “the struggle” than Dr King.
tim gallagher says
It’s trendy to be pro-Palestinians and it is group think by this collection of ignorant buffoons. It happens all the time. It is too difficult for them to ever swim against the tide. They lack the courage to do so even if they did know that their attitudes were nonsense. Also, it might damage their careers to go against the prevailing group think mentality.
Roland says
And I thought artists are supposed to be free spirits!
tim gallagher says
Well said, Roland, that’s the myth isn’t it, but, in reality, you seldom see any of these actors or musicians, probably writers and visual artists as well, who step out of line and go against the trendy group think on any issue. It might be too lonely a life for them if they did go against the orthodox viewpoint. Maybe the artists who do disagree with the accepted view just keep their mouths shut.
gravenimage says
Grimly true. This is unfortunately common with musicians and visual artitsts, as well.
Wellington says
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, if one is anti-Israel and pro-Palestinian their moral compass is broken. Israel is the only true beacon of light in a very dark corner of the world and if ever a people didn’t deserve their own nation it’s the so-called Palestinians. One knows all this or should know it.
tim gallagher says
I agree, Wellington. Israel is, without doubt, the only beacon of light in that sorry part of the world.
Model AAA says
What are the names of Emma Watson’s anti Zionist/antii-Semitic friends? I want to establish a movement that NEVER sees ANY of their performances! The movement’s initials will be ANLP (Anti Nazi/Lite Persons).
gravenimage says
Here are some of the names from the article above: Charles Dance, Mark Ruffalo, Susan Sarandon and Peter Capaldi. There may be others.
nicholas tesdorf says
Hollywood stars are not great or fundamental thinkers. They are just people who read, for money, scripts, which are prepared by others for money.
gravenimage says
Hollywood stars stand by Emma Watson in solidarity with ‘Free Palestine’ movement
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Deeply depressing, but not surprising. Ignorance at best and evil at worst.
Michael says
The population of Gaza -West Bank is 4.82m. Population density 2,005 / square mile = 7th in the world.
Israel’s population is 8.9m of which 79% are Jews. Population density 1,036 / square mile.
The Palestinian diaspora numbers 6 m, of which over half are stateless.
How many from the diaspora can fit into G + W + I?
James Lincoln says
Emma Watson:
A pretty face with a Leftist “woke” brain.
The perfect fit for today’s Hollywood.
Compare and contrast with Brig. Gen. James M. Stewart.
OLD GUY says
I’ve got solidarity for you ban her movies, by not viewing anything she appears in. Reverse WOKISM.
Larry Partch says
50 MORE points from Gryffindor. All she needs to do is pick up a history book and read! She has no idea what she is speaking of. Stick to acting its what you’re good at. Leave this other stuff to the adults that KNOW what it is going on. Like Robert Spencer and the writer of this article.
Bikinis not Burkas says
It must be terrible being willfully ignorant about the MURDEROUS IDEOLOGY of ISLAM!