Ilhan Omar’s Denunciation of Israel Lobby is Not Anti-Semitism - Phyllis Bennis

Democrats’ resolution denouncing anti-semitism is aimed at stopping criticism of Israel and at silencing a Black Muslim refugee woman who is not anti-semitic - Phyllis Bennis joins Marc Steiner
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[@heroes83]

They're even calling Jews who criticize them anti-Semitic. Their desperation shows.

[@Windband1]

They like to label them as, "self hating Jews".

[@Linda43]

The concept of the self hating Jew has been around a long time. For good reason.

[@Mephistahpheles]

@@heroes83 "...they were gassing people...." The extent of it is debatable. That it happened is fact. That said, I think it's stupid to distinguish between methods of murder/mass slaughter. Execution by lethal injection is NO different than being beheaded with a scimitar....but "the west" seems to think the latter is 'horrible', but the former is 'fine'.

[@jerrysamuels8716]

@@williamolsen20Given the chance Netanyahu would be far worst than Hitler.

[@jasminaalm]

Nothing but naked greed, just like all the powerful elite.

[@viriathus2802]

Ilhan Omar broke an unspoken rule of American politics. The first rule of American politics is that you do not criticize that country or its lobby. The second rule of American politics is that YOU DO NOT CRITICIZE THAT COUNTRY OR ITS LOBBY. The third rule of American politics is that, if you cooperate with rules one and two, you will be reasonably guaranteed to have a successful career in politics with generous campaign contributions from the lobby of this particular country. If you dare break either rule one or rule two, you will be mercilessly attacked as a bigot, an anti-Semite, and much worse.

[@peacefulwarrior4151]

Yes.... unfortunately speaking the truth sets off alarm bells from said lobbyist and then they go into smear mode

[@viriathus2802]

@Patricia M what are you? Are an anti-Semite? How dare you?!? (I'm just kidding). Getting money out of politics is easier said than done. I do agree with you, though.

[@MrDXRamirez]

@Patricia M Money was never out of politics, one cannot pretend the monsters are not there.

[@thinkabout288]

religion should be a personal matter NOT a state demand religions (all) are way out of date and now the negative far outweighs the positive please evolve

[@faizeladam1404]

Well said. Spot on 👍

[@merbst]

Keep speaking the truth RealNews!

[@merbst]

@Live Free or Die USA How so? In what way is this discussion of the conflation of anti-Israel-lobbying with anti-Semitism fake?

[@merbst]

@Live Free or Die USA How does having our government controlled by another country help you, or any of us Americans to *live free* ?

[@ms9771]

Just watch , in youtube ( The Israel Lobby in the U.S. - Documentary by Al Jazeera (Part 1 of 4)) Israeli are one government inside US government scare lose money U.S. military aid to Israel exceeds $100 billion - Haaretz - Israel News ... Israel News Israel Spending $27,000 per Month on Australia Trip Expenses for Netanyahu's Son Avner Netanyahu is on a 8-month trip, touring Australia and New Zealand. His security guards are replaced every two weeks, and taxpayers are footing the bill for their flights, accommodation, salaries, expenses and insurance Hagai Amit and Refaella Goichman Jan 07, 2019 10:25 PM 16comments Zen 114share on facebook Tweet send via email reddit stumbleupon Israel is spending roughly 100,000 shekels ($27,000) a month to secure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s younger son, Avner, while he travels through Australia and New Zealand.

[@tahquameken]

While Palestinian Muslims, and Christians are being ostracized and systematically oppressed by the US and Israel governments, we are worried about hurting the feelings of one of those governments that are the oppressor. There is something fundamentally wrong with this kind of reasoning. Pointing out the flaws of a government is not bigotry, it's called free speech.

[@Nasreddiin]

👍

[@Linda43]

The Arabs in Israel live safer and better lives in Israel than they would any other place in the Middle East. Arab Christians have suffered persecution from Moslems for centuries. The Christian population of Bethlehem has declined since the PA took over. There are no more Christians in Gaza since the Hamas took control. So I suggest that you check your facts.

[@bowlregard9894]

@@Linda43 If other places in the Middle East aren't safe it's due to American intervention. And America intervenes at the urging of Israel. At present I'd say the safest place in the Middle East for people of diverse backgrounds is Iran.

[@apersonwhoknows]

It's telling the truth mostly.

[@robertshepherd8543]

I defend Israel's right to exist, and flourish, and in many ways, be a leader to the region and he world. I see Israelis offering peace repeatedly, only to have it just as repeatedly rejected by Palestinians.

[@aldemir6127]

Thanks who and what you are and being honest with your real news..

[@aldemir6127]

@Gold rush Wishing you the same kardesim, kardas, kardes..kako.

[@markmarsh27]

In the 1770's, near the end of his life, the French satirist Francois-Marie d'Arouet, (better known as Voltaire) said: "To know who rules over you, just figure out who you're not allowed to criticize.' .... and almost 250 YEARS LATER we still don't understand Voltaire's perfect wisdom.

[@Nico-zw9ud]

No he didn't, Voltaire never said that. That quote is by Kevin Alfred-Strom.

[@tommartin7728]

Omar needs lots of support. The backlash to her stance on the lobby groups is very telling.

[@tommy31831]

Tom Martin why did she chose to single out Israel when they are not the only lobbyist?

[@shaktiveda7041]

@@tommy31831 This is true, though it still a good starting point?!

[@tommartin7728]

@@tommy31831 My understanding is that she's also commented on the influence of the NRA and more broadly on Big Pharma and Wall St. I think her point is valid, that criticism of groups such as AIPAC is harder to voice than criticism of the NRA for example.

[@silversurfergw]

Criticism of Israel is now considered anti semitic... And criticism of Netanyahu, a crime against humanity.

[@OMGAnotherday]

silversurfergw - Yeah, how much more crazy can it get?!

[@occdoc8423]

Yes - it's so ironic - the words "Netanyahu" and "war criminal" are synonymous.

[@SaintKimbo]

Multiple criticisms of Israel, by a card carrying member of CAIR, (Omar) founded by the Muslim Brotherhood, is just innocent concern over influential lobbying groups? How old are you?

[@ThunderDog97]

@Dooya Punk -- Funny you mention that but don't mention her comments on the oil and gas lobby or the healthcare lobby or anything else. One might get the idea you are only concerned about ONE thing. Which I believe puts you squarely in the "israel is above reproach" group - that so many of us disagree with. Are you sure the problem isn't just that you are a jew who hates all Muslims? Yeah, I think that might be it.

[@SaintKimbo]

@@ThunderDog97 The other lobby groups she mentioned haven't been persecuted and hated on, for decades, by the group Omar belongs to. I am concerned about THAT thing, because the facts indicate that she may not be the innocent little Angel, that you anti Semites want her to be. Yeah, I think that might be it.

[@vintagestrings6]

Hugs to my cousin's Phyllis and Marc. Appreciate your honesty and decency towards your fellow human beings.

[@davealberts73]

Of coarse it's not antisemitic to criticize Israel, AIPAC, or the American politicians they OWN. Not even debatable.

[@NoNORADon911]

Or 911

[@faultylog3713]

She one hundred per cent right 💯, I fully stand by her

[@ubahabdi453]

Faulty Log ❤️❤️❤️💯💯

[@michaelwalkerthevintagevoc2855]

Totally Wrong. You accept that voter fraud, Dude in our American house sworn in on the kuran?... she is NOT COMMITED TO AMERICA. REMEMBER. YOU'VE GOT THE HIGHEST RANKING RABBI'S IN THIS COUNTRY, ADMITTING THEY ARE TAKING OUR CHILDREN TO BE GROUND UP IN OUR MSD'S BURGERS. THESE MOTHER FUCKERS WILL CUT YOUR HEAD OFF. & GRIND YOUR BODY, & MIX YOU IN A MEATBALL SOUP, AFTER DRAINING YOUR BLOOD. TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE. ANYONE, ANYONE, ANYONE, WHO SUPPORTS THIS TRATOR, SHOULD GO TO PRISON, OR BE DEPORTED AS WELL. SEE YA!!!!

[@davidporowski9512]

Faulty Log TES-Truth to Power// I would. donate some Benjamin’s toward her Re-election 🙏🏼🙏🏼✌️💟💯

[@faultylog3713]

David Porowski thank you, will do the same

[@jgstargazer]

@@davidporowski9512: For one of many reasons, if you have daughters start telling them their rights and worth will be less than a man's, to say nothing of wearing a burka all day. If a Muslim man assaults your daughter there is a good chance she could be blamed for promoting it and punished even if she's innocent. Also her husband can beat her if they wish for any reason and there is nothing you can do about it, he's protected under Islamic Law. This has always been...if this is less important to you than Israel, then re-elect Ilhan. These examples are part of her faith.

[@ClassWarFilms]

Bravo! This is Phyllis Bennis at her most articulate, eloquent best!

[@wesking2973]

Thank you, Mark and Phyllis, for a very informative dialogue. Excellent segment.

[@JD_Orka]

This is funny. A Semite being accused of anti Semetism against a person who is not a Semite.

[@dammit94]

Exactly! Thank you👏👏

[@Linda43]

I prefer Jew hatred. It's more truthful.

[@JD_Orka]

@@Linda43 In that case the evidence is overwhelming. Just look at the history of their actions.

[@muhammedrahman7013]

You got it! The Rothchild Zionist European jews are as semitic as a 3 dollar note!

[@lunchwagondavis9983]

@Robert Frost So, a Muslim - hater sounding a false alarm about anti-semitism.

[@JSB1882]

Ilhan Omar is my representative and I couldn't be prouder.

[@ALTHEGREAT101]

or more of an imbecile

[@charlesparadise969]

I like her too.

[@joecasey7415]

A Jewish group finds a statement is "hurtful" and we are all supposed to throw out the truth and common sense and morality to do what they want? How did we let ourselves get to this point?

[@undeadpresident]

Read "The Synagogue of Satan" by Andrew Hitchcock. Very informative book which details exactly how this occurred.

[@clarityofmind7317]

undeadpresident ~~ I imagine you would not be surprised at how difficult it is to find this book… Amazon does not carry it at all and it was difficult looking through eBay as well. A few independent booksellers had it, but suffice to say I know enough about the Rothchilds so I do not need to read this book for even more examples of their pure evil to rule mankind.. I don’t care who controls the banks so much as what they are doing with the power. These people are evil As are many of the richest people on earth. Instead of benevolence, they perpetrate evil in every way they can.

[@mizmlyn]

We need to call our representatives and tell them we support Ilhan Omar.

[@Youalreadyhaveitall]

I'm a proud member of Jewish voice for peace and I completely agree with our leader. she is so articulate in describing this injustice and ridiculousness in our Congress. I'll be watching those people in congress who will be voting for this bill and cornered this young women who is just voicing an opinion which is based on the truth

[@brucebartman4782]

Ilhan, Spot On! Keep on keeping on! You Rock!

[@chokinonashes61]

Phyllis Bennis is a beautiful woman, in every way.

[@barneygoogle2720]

The U.S. allows Israeli-Americans to retain two nationalities and allows U.S. citizens not only to hold public office in Israel, but to hold US government positions as well! No other country holds this special exception to our laws of citizenship. What's anti-Semitic about stating facts? On the contrary, we have every right to question special rules granted exclusively to Israeli-Americans. The attempt to smear those who dare to question such practices is anti-American.

[@Linda43]

I have dual citizenship. I am a loyal American and a loyal citizen of Israel. That is the current law. Other people hold passports of other countries. Are their loyalty questioned ? Rashida Tliab brought this up. Have you checked out whether she carries a "Palestinian" passport? I wonder where her loyalties are? She and Ihlan Omar are Moslem. Their agenda is Islam.Why don't you start worrying about them?

[@undeadpresident]

To know who rules over you simply look to those who you cannot criticize...

[@Linda43]

@@undeadpresident I didn't know that Voltaire was a Nazi. Oh wait that's you and Ihlan Omar.

[@undeadpresident]

@@Linda43 Yeah anyone who calls you on your lies is automatically a "nazi."

[@Linda43]

@@undeadpresident My lies? I was referring to "its all about the shekels". A not so clever reference to Jews and money. Typical Nazi rhetoric connecting Jews with money. You are even too ignorant to understand the connection. You just parrot what ever nonsense you read on u tube. Ihlan is not ignorant or innocent she knows exactly what she is saying and why.

[@darkanser]

How they equate criticism of allegiances to a foreign power with antisemitism!!! She really must have hit a nerve!!!!

[@Linda43]

American Jews are not used to such blantant lies and Incitement from an elected official. What surprises me is the level of Jew hatred in these comments and others. It is time for America to wake up and decide if this is the America they want to see .

[@undeadpresident]

@@Linda43 Nice try at psychological projection. It's clear to anyone who takes a close look, that the Jews run the political system in the USA. You must be one yourself. Lying POS.

[@clarityofmind7317]

I have always wondered why we support Israel and waste billions providing for their military… Also, decades of bullshit when a two-state system would be fine for Palestinians and Israelis, But religious bullshit always interferes and is used as justification to prevent peace. Stop wasting US taxpayers money on Israel and let them fight for themselves… They are the “chosen people” so let their god prevail over everybody else… What bullshit! LOL We all know ALL religion is the greatest source of “fake news” on earth and is used to manipulate people in many ways that are harmful to ourselves.

[@davidmitchell2766]

The truth hurts the chosen few

[@lovegodrafferty8134]

They can't handle the truth .

[@alxarmedliberationxecutive8363]

Anti-Zonism isn't antisemitism

[@GregoryWonderwheel]

Remember too that she was speaking against the states like Texas that are literally requiring government workers and vendors to sign loyalty oaths to Israel.

[@wilbertbenjamin]

America is now forced to have this conversation!!! what a blessing

[@TBONESIDEOFLIFE]

Yeah, she did, just calling the b.s. out.

[@keithbos4506]

She did not say Jews were holding dual loyalties, she was specifically calling out anti-BDS legislation requiring companies/employees to pledge loyalty to Israel that is currently making its way through Congress and similar legislation that has already passed in many states.

[@TBONESIDEOFLIFE]

@@keithbos4506 Correct, and that she did.

[@isabellakerr2966]

@@keithbos4506 You are right. Are we still in a democratic country?. No, there is not freedom of speach. Anybody who dares to criticise Israel is called antisemitic.

[@shean7890]

Good, fair, and honorable lady of a guest . Thank you

[@padredemishijos12]

Phyllis Bennis is an amazing analyst. I hope that Jewish voices for peace give support to Ilhan Omar. She needs it.

[@Linda43]

Phyllis Bennett is a long time opponent of Israel. The Jewish Voice for Peace are anything but. These people and others use the word Jewish as ploy. They are Jew haters and support terrorism against the Jewish state.

[@padredemishijos12]

@@Linda43 Thanks for your disgusting anti Semitic comment, Linda. In a devastating United Nations report on the Israeli siege of Gaza, Israeli sharp shooters have murdered children, disabled people in wheelchairs, women, first responders and anyone else in their gun sight. This is common Israeli practice. What is uncommon is that the report was issued despite the pressure to kill it.

[@Linda43]

@@padredemishijos12 Israel is defending its border against terrorist encroachment. Why don't you ask the Hamas why it uses it's people as human shields. FYI: the phrase anti semetism was coined to describe racism towards Jews. I prefer Jew hatred but nice try.

[@padredemishijos12]

@@Linda43 What you call border, Israel has NO defined borders nor does it have a constitution, is nothing less than prison walls. Israel has imposed a siege on Gaza worst than the Warsaw Ghetto. It is sad that you defend this war crime of genocide. Sadly, Israel is among the most racist society in the world even toward Arab and African Jews. Very sad. The most "moral" army in the world has degenerated to using sniper to murder children, people in wheelchairs, first responders. This is coming from a UN Human Rights Report. You are an apologist for Israel crimes against humanity. Sad, Shalom.

[@AlternativeMediaJointCenter]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU; YOU'RE AMAZING, ALL OF YOU!!!

[@puti2147]

Why criticize a Lawmaker Who is just doing his/her job - One that is doing the right thing that has been missing from US Political fraternity since Israel was created.

[@edris47]

AIPAC just few days ago, asked congress not vote on Golan Heights, an occupied land of Syria, resolution which congress was going to recognize as part of Israel. AIPAC told congress that it is not right time to vote on that resolution, this is the power Ilham Omar is talking about, you be the judge, doesn't this show that AIPAC dictates to US congress what to pass or not, even they write the resolutions for them.

[@carolinecorman2240]

good comments here. She needs to hold her ground. Lord protect her for truth.

[@kelhawk1]

God bless the Jewish Voices For Peace!!

[@eileenmc4746]

and mandoweiss

[@undeadpresident]

Where? I've counted like two or three. Pretty few and far between....

[@joecasey7415]

Why should we waste any time at all talking about what is and is not anti-semitism? The Jewish people are not oppressed or persecuted. They are privileged more than any other group.

[@laurab.9845]

Very enlightening presentation. Good to hear truth. Thank you.

[@alantuma8191]

The money goes full circle. Give Israel money so they can lobby and pay off Politicians. We are paying the lobbyist.

[@stephensivonda5613]

Great interview...it explains all the nuances very well.

[@momokarbo7825]

A sad story of the tail wagging the 🐕.

[@bobgillis1137]

She spoke about the nation-that-cannot-be-named.

[@deeqcadexl]

I stand with #Rep.Omar

[@zeemanzeeman5577]

My compliments to your channel and all the smart people who speak out. Thank you

[@yabobayo5787]

Subscribed! Great work !

[@wakjob961]

She REALLY doesn't have anything to loose so why not be bold and speak truth to power.

[@hobbes4583]

ilhan omar is the greatest thing that has happened to this country since carter put solar panels on the roof.

[@CapricornSunSagRisingLibraMoon]

Thank you for your honest objectivity!

[@chrisnamaste3572]

She is being attacked almost exclusively by ad hominen arguments. No engagement with the facts or substance. No foreign county deserves to influence this country internally in the way some try to whether China, Russia, Saudi Arabia or Israel; between the internal corporate state and external state actors are any countries really free and democratic?

[@jamesfreeman9554]

someone has finally gotten to Washington and speak the truth why can't she get some support instead of criticism.

[@jerrysamuels8716]

One day America will understand that Israel is not laughing with us, but at us. I mean let's just all say " We want The Meshiaak now".

[@ahmedyaredalkiihooyohooyo1654]

She still fighting for peace ✌️

[@fmabincarim34]

All just go ahead and say it. Ilhan is beautiful. Sorry

[@diriyaduale6143]

Yes she is a beautiful human being .

[@renejackson7869]

I'll go ahead and say "they will call her MOSES!" No apology.

[@jamesshepherd6484]

Seems like some people don't want people saying it how it is. She's not antisemitic.

[@TAP-g6l]

If she's harmed it would be AN inside job and she should be protected by government protection the truth hurt greedy people suck no matter what religion you're practicing

[@nmkzf]

Money & Power are hurt by simple truth. Truth profoundly hits the foundation of their empire of deception.

[@jacekjaglowski2976]

If I remember my Torah 10 tribes of Israel did not like the Jews either. 10 out of 12 is a landslide failure for Jews. The 13th tribe did not like them either because it got lost on the way to the promised land. 40 years in the desert was enough. ;o)

[@Linda43]

You must have been high during Hebrew school because that is real bs.

[@jacekjaglowski2976]

@@Linda43 No that was fake bs. What does real b.$. taste like? I hear it is like jello? There is always room for more. Shalom aleicum.

[@CapitalBaku]

We need to support this women!

[@TAP-g6l]

I PRAY The MOST HIGH PROTECT HER AND THAT SHE RUNS FOR PRESIDENT TRUTH HURTS AND LIES KILLS SHE WOULD GET MY VOTE

[@eedamandru4693]

She has the balls Bruh I love her

[@nash984954]

Thanls, Marc, good show

[@cyabvabi5373]

She is absolutely right and I have a great deal of respect for her. She is a decent human being.

[@STohme]

Thank you for your wise analysis of the situation and for your voice for peace.

[@laritagaskins394]

You are speaking the TRUTH Ilhan Omar; Thank you for setting the record straight!!

[@manmathsinghdeo5220]

Omar said what others couldn't...why can't Americans criticise a foreign govt.

[@darksoul479]

Wow that was fantastic! I'll subscribe.

[@aggedyran]

I'm so glad to hear this level headed response. I support Representative Omar, nothing she said was untrue...and it's something that many of us know and thought already.

[@brburnham61]

One more quick comment . . . Once we know the specifics on who in Congress, votes against Representative Omar tomorrow, we'll have the faces & names of the next Dems we need to repeal and/or replace as soon as possible.

[@danielh.2649]

these are the discussions that need to be on mainstream media

[@aaroncabello8221]

If criticizing the current psychotic right-wing regime in Israel is Anti-Semitic, then being IN FAVOR of that same regime is being anti-human rights and admitting you are an amoral sociopath.

[@shakil2]

When they have no argument they cry wolf (antisemitism ), MY SISTER, WE ARE WITH YOU WE WILL LOOK OUT FOR YOU

[@nerobianco2]

Grown ups intelligent debate. Thank you, and keep up the good work.

[@MundaSquire]

Grew up a Democrat and was registered to vote as one for decades. I no longer support a party that time and again attacks those who speak truth to power. Time to break and form a new party around community groups, labor, and common sense.

[@KSmall109CAB]

Amen! You hit the nail on the head! Perhaps the coalition of which you speak is what the Democratic Party really fears. It explains why someone like Congresswoman Omar is being sanctioned and rebuked by the Democratic Party's centrist wing.

[@nash984954]

I love Phyllis Bennis, like Alison Weir, she's hones, fairminded and really fights against injustice of Israel's mistreatment of Palestinians.

[@kylezanika293]

Protect the first amendment at any cost #Scotus

[@tanerkizar709]

Ilhan Omar is the most spectacular addition to Congress in the last several decades. She is on her way to teach millions of people in America and especially to members of Congress how to be a REAL American.

[@seanhammer6296]

It's legitimate to say people with dual citizenship have dual loyalties. And Congress members with dual citizenship should not be allowed to vote on matters relating to that nation.

[@richardanders5661]

If Israel would be democratic with Palestinians. If Israel would not take land, water, human rights away for Palestinians there would be little or no discussion about about anti semitism. This and most discussions about Omar are about her right to speak or how she spoke. Not about the source of peoples disgust of Israel's behavior.

[@user-zt2wc3uh1l]

I am a libertarian-leaning republican. Voted for Trump. Although I do not agree with most of Omar's policy positions I respect her courage for speaking the truth about Israel. If anything this is a long overdue conversation that Americans need to have about Israel's influence in our elections and policies.

[@africauprising5208]

I am black and African, I am tired of my tax money going to Israel

[@Change2Evolve]

Great coverage on this growing story. FORTUNATELY channels like these is where Americans are getting their REAL NEWS 🎥👀

[@Kinkle_Z]

I was a true supporter of Israel until 1978 when I listened to the beautiful and brave Vanessa Redgrave give her acceptance speech at the Oscars to a booing crowd, while JDL protests were going on outside the theater and they were burning her photo in effigy. That began awakening me, impelling me to dig deeper and learn more. Ilhan Omar follows in that same proud tradition. Here's Vanessa at that Award Ceremony 41 yrs ago!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3LGgKaBbsyFgs0

[@Windband1]

+1. Cool!

[@kartikadamon]

She is being targeted by Democrats unfairly and it is discusting. She is actually calling out the big lobbyists and that is why she is being attacked. I am appalled that Democrats are not supporting her for calling out the hideously preferred status of the state of Isreal.

[@kartikadamon]

X

[@KSmall109CAB]

Exposing the power of lobbyists when you are a politician is a lot like being a cook and calling the kettle black. Hopefully Congresswoman Omar is strong enough to withstand the hot water being thrown from the kettle. My fear is that she may ultimately be removed from the kitchen on procedural grounds. She may very well be on the verge of becoming the Cynthia McKinney of this era. I remember seeing clips of Congresswoman McKinney grilling Donald Rumsfeld. You should have seen the look on his face. It was like he was asking. "Who the f*** does she think she is? Doesn't she know who the f*** I am? She can't ask me questions like that!" Congresswoman Omar is cut from the same mold. Hopefully she can learn from former Congresswoman McKinney's experiences.

[@EHDROCK]

That resolution will never pass anywhere. No group has more rights than others.

[@Beware_the_Confluence]

“To learn who rules over you, simply find out who you are not allowed to criticize.”

[@larmal98]

Members of congress should only take an oath to America not to Israel.. That being said it shows who runs congress. APAC

[@pinabarryscott]

FInally a news media that is sane!!!!

[@bocal701]

It is a calculated attack on the first amendment.

[@johnsmith1474]

If 99.99% of people believed criticism of Israel WAS antisemitism, it would still not be antisemitism. Just keeping things on track.

[@GilHeronReborn]

I love the love for Omar. That really restores my faith in this country.

[@solarmanhawaii]

I say we elect her the next POTUS < !

[@aladinabraham7468]

You can criticize America but not Israel!!!!

[@RITMAN30]

Telling the truth and facts is not antisemite.Bravo to congresswoman Omar for standing up for what is Right.America needs more Ilhan Omars

[@vicratlhead2228]

Only having really seen Netanyahu as Israel's leader is a pretty solid reason for questioning Israeli policy.

[@diffened]

Excellent show. The bias is being shown by other people against her. Criticizing Israel is not anti-antisemitism. Israel is committing murder.

[@zak3020]

She is an American hero and they should build her and encourage

[@peterparker3568]

Look I'm not a bigot or an antisemite, i am an American!!!!! It is not only my right as an American citizen but an obligation of the people in and running our government to make sure there is no outside influence in our government, completely fair and responsible government. Ilhan Omar is doing her job and making sure my rights as an American, knows what is going on in my government. A closed government hides A lot an open government can't hide. It is sad that it took a black Muslim woman to say it first points to how much power those lobby groups she is talking about have Wake up people.

[@abdirahmanabdulle9692]

honestly i appreciate to hear such a truthful words from Jewish people,,

[@DocMartinPortWenn]

LOVE PHYLLIS BENNIS FOR SPEAKING THE TRUTH & STANDING UP OF ILHAN OMAR, THANK YOU!

[@tapsirusaccoh67]

God bless these two Jewish heroes who speak the truth.

[@Mally198]

This sort of thing is running parallel in the UK; maybe it's being used as a distraction to keep other issues in the background.

[@jeremylin3060]

Fairness is lacking in this world. She is I believe is not a racist.