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Thunberg and Ms. Rachel Face Backlash Over Palestinian Advocacy

1/3/2026

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Greta Thunberg and Ms. Rachel, a children's educator, have faced backlash for backing Palestinian rights amid Gaza violence.
Greta Thunberg broadened her activism from climate issues to human rights, facing antisemitism accusations.
Ms. Rachel has been criticized for her advocacy, with some labeling it Hamas propaganda.
Both activists say they act from a moral obligation to speak out, drawing parallels to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Story summary

Greta Thunberg and Ms. Rachel, a children's educator, have faced backlash for backing Palestinian rights amid Gaza violence.
Greta Thunberg broadened her activism from climate issues to human rights, facing antisemitism accusations.
Ms. Rachel has been criticized for her advocacy, with some labeling it Hamas propaganda.
Both activists say they act from a moral obligation to speak out, drawing parallels to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.