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Seinfeld Sparks Outrage for Comparing "Free Palestine" to KKK

9/12/2025

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Jerry Seinfeld likened the "Free Palestine" movement to the Ku Klux Klan at a Duke University event, alleging it reflects antisemitism.
He suggested that supporters should openly express their negative views towards Jews.
Duke University distanced itself from his comments, stating it does not endorse the views of outside speakers.
Student organizations condemned his remarks as offensive and harmful to those advocating for Palestinian rights.
They argued that equating the movement with white supremacy undermines the human rights struggle.

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Jerry Seinfeld likened the "Free Palestine" movement to the Ku Klux Klan at a Duke University event, alleging it reflects antisemitism.
He suggested that supporters should openly express their negative views towards Jews.
Duke University distanced itself from his comments, stating it does not endorse the views of outside speakers.
Student organizations condemned his remarks as offensive and harmful to those advocating for Palestinian rights.
They argued that equating the movement with white supremacy undermines the human rights struggle.