“The Jewish lobby appears to have a far greater influence around the world than their numerical strength would indicate.” This is an actual letter to the editor defending Kneecap, published by @Irish_News. In 2025. Not too long ago, age-old tropes about the “Jewish lobby” were whispered in circles where no one was listening. Now, it seems that this regurgitated bile is enough to get printed. If Kneecap supporters insist on dying on the hill that the group has merely extolled pro-Palestine views – despite recent videos appearing to show one of the members shouting “Up Hamas, up Hizballah” – perhaps it may help to avoid repeating conspiracy theories about Jewish power in the process. Trying to justify Kneecap’s rhetoric by leaning on harmful stereotypes only drags them further into the mire. @Irish_News, what on earth were you thinking when you printed this? A retraction and an apology are due.
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