The Washington Post has been criticized for sympathetic profiles of individuals exposed as Hamas supporters by @StopAntisemites. Critics argue the Post is whitewashing anti-Semitism as 'criticism of Israel,' with some calling it support for terrorism and conspiracy theories. The controversy has led to real-world consequences, including people being fired for their opposing political beliefs.
The Washington Post Whitewashes Anti-Semitism as ‘Criticism of Israel’ | Opinion by @isaac_schorr https://t.co/AjNXtxZAZk
Been astonishing to see some progressive media, especially @theintercept, uncritically republish Hamas talking points about s essentially a hair-splitting debate about whether some of the most gruesome 10/7 attacks were directed intentionally by Hamas. Kudos to @speechboy71 https://t.co/ht1gQmwJJT
StopAntisemitism hit the front page of the Washington Post. Why you may ask? Because they’re upset we expose pro Hamas antisemites. 😳 Donate and help us do even more! [email protected] https://t.co/jLWL39Um4B https://t.co/kAqMs965x4
Media Revive the Classic ‘Jewish Oppressor’ Stereotype https://t.co/ol4aoLaD2b Dissecting a hideous attempt by the Washington Post to slime the victim of antisemitic attacks.
This story, and its propagandistic framing, is pretty good fodder for those who say that newspapers might be better off without Internet culture beats. They just "criticized" Israel? Is it just "criticism of Israel" to claim that October 7th was a false flag operation, while…
I would like to see someone get the Washington Post editors on the record as to how they justify deceiving readers by framing antisemitism, support for terrorism, and conspiracy theories as just “criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza”… https://t.co/pNtpnjn21y
Just 'Criticizing Israel' - Washington Post Whitewashes Antisemitic Poster Rippers in @StopAntisemitism Hit Piece. https://t.co/RWwNrJ6Ah9
A perfect artefact of the moment, really: raging antisemitism written up as "pro-Palestinian activism" in The Washington Post. https://t.co/rkym6MmtnM
Looking through this and trying to find this supposed “criticism of Israel” and it seems to just be nut jobs pledging allegiance to designated foreign terror organizations and saying the October 7th massacre was a false flag. Really, @washingtonpost? Bravo, @StopAntisemites! https://t.co/wqcE7TBr96 https://t.co/sP9lZEg6QN
Since Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, groups have poured resources into identifying people with opposing political beliefs, sometimes deploying aggressive publicity campaigns that have resulted in profound real-world consequences. Many have been fired. https://t.co/FbutsXBkAb
Not really a surprise that the pro-Hamas Washington Post would frame open anti-Semitism as criticizing Israel. https://t.co/qeWlu7hZyN
Elevating these western terrorism cosplayers while pretending they are fighting for Palestinians is disgusting. There are actual brave people like @afalkhatib and @HowidyHamza who speak up on behalf of Palestinians and against Hamas. Perhaps WaPo can interview them? 🧵 https://t.co/mRo2ZfEfkc
WaPo just published a profile story sympathetic to the antisemites exposed for being Hamas supporters by @StopAntisemites. Beyond parody. https://t.co/Ix2EY2oxOP
The Washington Post is outraged that @StopAntisemites is exposing virulent antisemites, so now they're writing sympathetic profiles of said antisemites. https://t.co/6047kqUDMj
This WaPo hit piece on @StopAntisemites is filled with misleading claims, but it is also unintentionally honest about what "criticizing Israel" usually means: being a fan or apologist for Hamas https://t.co/18j4CGluLL
My favorite part is the Post describing this as simply being "criticism of Israel." She's literally supporting Hamas. I mean, that's her prerogative, but employers may be uncomfortable with that. https://t.co/vkzdgyZ06O https://t.co/xHQhux2H78