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Judy Gold Thanks Comedy Club for Addressing Antisemitism

4/9/2026

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Judy Gold, a comedian, thanked the New York Comedy Club staff for swiftly removing a heckler who shouted "Jew" during her performance.
Gold said on X that addressing antisemitism is culturally significant.
She noted that the term "Jew" can be neutral but becomes offensive when used derogatorily.
Experts warn antisemitism often manifests in subtle ways and that silence in response allows harmful messages to thrive.

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Judy Gold, a comedian, thanked the New York Comedy Club staff for swiftly removing a heckler who shouted "Jew" during her performance.
Gold said on X that addressing antisemitism is culturally significant.
She noted that the term "Jew" can be neutral but becomes offensive when used derogatorily.
Experts warn antisemitism often manifests in subtle ways and that silence in response allows harmful messages to thrive.