Susan Sarandon apologizes for comments made at pro-Palestine rally

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Los Angeles. Actress Susan Sarandon has apologized for controversial comments she made at a pro-Palestine rally in New York last month.

At the November 17 rally, the actress said, “There are a lot of people who are scared, who are afraid of being Jewish and experiencing what it’s like to be a Muslim in this country, who is often the victim of violence.” Does matter.”

Hollywood agency UTA later dropped Sarandon as a client due to the comments.

“My intention was to show solidarity in the fight against bigotry in all forms, and I am sorry that I failed to do so,” Sarandon wrote in a post on Instagram late Friday night, according to Variety.

“Recently, I participated in a rally with a diverse group of activists highlighting the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza and calling for a ceasefire,” Sarandon wrote.

“I hadn’t thought anything about the speech but I was invited to come on stage and say a few words.”

He added, “Expressing my concern about rising hatreds, I said that Jewish-Americans, as the targets of rising anti-Semitic hatred, ‘are experiencing what it is like to be Muslim in this country, they Often one has to become a victim of violence. This comment was a big mistake, because the truth is the opposite. As we all know, Jews have long suffered discrimination, from centuries of persecution and genocide in Europe to the ‘Tree of Life’ shooting in Pittsburgh, PA. “And I am aware of the religious violence that continues today. I deeply regret the offense I have caused with this comment.”

Sarandon said, “I will continue my commitment to peace, truth, justice, and compassion for all people. I hope we can engage in dialogue with love and willingness, especially with those with whom we disagree.” “

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