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Macklemore Free Palestine speech backlash
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一句话看懂
Macklemore defended his 'Free Palestine' speech after backlash, saying equality shouldn't be controversial.
The Israeli-American Council petitioned Ed Sheeran to drop him, sparking debate on political speech.
背景
During his opening set at Ed Sheeran's concerts at MetLife Stadium, Macklemore made a speech supporting Palestinians, calling for a 'Free Palestine' and praising student protesters. The Israeli-American Council launched a petition for his removal, and Jewish pop star Pink criticized him, while others supported him. Macklemore responded on Instagram, clarifying his comments were not anti-Jewish.
来龙去脉
- Sep 6, 2026The Israeli-American Council launches a petition calling for Macklemore's removal from the tour.
- Sep 7, 2026Macklemore responds on Instagram, posting the speech and saying 'Wanting all humans to be treated equal should never be controversial.'
- Sep 8, 2026Pink faces backlash for her criticism, and Macklemore remains on the tour lineup.
各方怎么说
- Official
- The Israeli-American Council petition argues Macklemore's set subjected fans to political messaging 'without context or complexity.'
- Support
- Supporters praised Macklemore for using his platform to speak about the conflict.
- Caution
- Pink criticized the performance, calling for apologies and refunds for concertgoers.
待核实
The petition's signature count is not displayed, and Ed Sheeran has not publicly commented.