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artemisia1

(1,818 posts)
Thu Mar 12, 2026, 12:37 AM 7 hrs ago

Man speaking Hebrew attacked by 3 thugs in San Jose. Horrible and Despicable!

You are unlikely to find someone more critical of Israel's actions than I, but this man was not doing anything and speaking Hebrew is NOT a crime and how do they know his views on Iran/Gaza/Lebanon? Thousands of American and European Jews have been protesting Israel's behavior. Even if he is a supporter of these actions by Israel -- it is immaterial. You have NO right to attack someone physically for their views and when they did NOT assault you. I hope these 3 thugs are tried and convicted of a Hate Crime. Disgusting.

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JI7

(93,503 posts)
2. I wouldn't be surprised if the attackers are connected to the Iranian REvolutionary Guards
Thu Mar 12, 2026, 02:42 AM
5 hrs ago

These people are privileged elites that live well and want to maintain their position and everything that comes with it.

PeaceWave

(3,217 posts)
3. Three days ago on DU we had a very popular thread (195 recs) entitled "I'm so sick of Israel."
Thu Mar 12, 2026, 02:47 AM
5 hrs ago

If you have an issue with Netanyahu, that is one thing. If you have an issue with Israel and the people of Israel, that is another thing altogether.

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100221083730

artemisia1

(1,818 posts)
4. I do not wish ill of the people of Israel. Like the U.S. they are not all of one heart and mind. I am, however, sick
Thu Mar 12, 2026, 06:03 AM
2 hrs ago

to death of their murderous actions and their political manipulation of the U.S. through lobbying and the Christian Zionists. None of this gives anyone the right to attack a Jew for being a Jew. Unacceptable.

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