Title: Dave Chappelle Criticizes Israel’s “War Crimes” During Boston Show, Prompting Walkouts
Subtitle: Controversial comedian sparks controversy with remarks on Israel’s actions in Gaza
Published: Oct. 22, 2023, 3:21 a.m. ET
By Patrick Reilly
Boston, MA – Comedian Dave Chappelle faced backlash during his live performance at the TD Garden on Thursday after criticizing the United States’ support of Israel’s “war crimes” against Palestinians, leading some audience members to walk out, as reported by The Wall Street Journal.
During the show, Chappelle condemned the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,400 Israelis. However, he went on to criticize what he deemed as Israel’s war crimes in Gaza, which sparked pushback from the crowd, according to eyewitnesses.
The incident unfolded when a member of the audience told Chappelle to “shut up” after he expressed his belief that people should not lose their jobs for supporting Palestinians. In response, Chappelle criticized the Israeli government’s decision to cut off essential supplies like food, water, and electricity to Gaza, highlighting its impact on innocent civilians.
Chappelle accused Israel of killing innocent civilians and committing war crimes, a claim supported by Palestinian authorities who report that over 4,300 Palestinians have been killed by the relentless bombardment of more than 6,000 bombs by the Israel Defense Forces, including women and children.
Witnesses at the show revealed that some audience members cheered and shouted “Free Palestine!” while others countered with “What about Hamas?!” The tense atmosphere led to several individuals walking out of the performance.
As the show neared its end, Chappelle allegedly stated that two wrongs don’t make a right, referencing both the Hamas attacks and Israel’s subsequent military response.
However, a spokesperson for Chappelle denied his presence in Boston that night, despite the show being listed on ticket outlets as part of his scheduled events.
The incident has ignited a debate surrounding the intersection of comedy, politics, and social justice, as well as bringing attention to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.
Please note that this article is based on eyewitness accounts and reports from The Wall Street Journal and does not provide all perspectives on the issue.
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