Published 07/25/2024 9:00:00 p.m.

Dave Matthews knocks ‘disgusting’ congressional support for Netanyahu

Dave Matthews expressed to Al Jazeera his disgust regarding Congressional support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a pro-Palestinian protest in Washington D.C. On July 24.
Matthews described Netanyahu's visit as "obscene" and a "disgusting show of support for someone that doesn’t deserve our support."
He further stated he is "ashamed" that U.S. Tax dollars contribute to the suffering of Palestinians and criticized the government's welcoming of Netanyahu.

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The Hill

Dave Matthews knocks ‘disgusting’ congressional support for Netanyahu

Musician Dave Matthews criticized congressional support for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu while attending a protest outside the Capitol on Wednesday, calling it “disgusting.” Matthews spoke to Al Jazeera during one of the demonstrations protesting Netanyahu’s visit to the U.S. to address a joint meeting of Congress. Matthews knocked lawmakers’ support for the Israeli leader,…

07/25/2024 7:28:09 p.m.·Washington, United States

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Variety

Dave Matthews Joins Protest Against Netanyahu, Says He’s ‘Disgusted’ at Congress for Inviting Him to Speak: ‘I’m Ashamed Our Government Is Welcoming Him Here’

Dave Matthews spoke to Al Jazeera while joining thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters in Washington D.C. on July 24 and said he is “disgusted” by support in Congress for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Matthews added that he is “ashamed” that U.S. tax dollars are being used to aid Israel in its “brutalizing of an entire people” […]

07/25/2024 5:24:16 p.m.·Los Angeles, United States

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Noticias ao Minuto

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07/25/2024 4:57:10 p.m.·Portugal

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HuffPost

People Have New Respect For Dave Matthews After He Speaks Up For Gaza

The musician gained more than a few new fans when he stood up for the Palestinian people during protests in Washington, D.C., this week.

07/25/2024 8:41:49 p.m.·United States

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MY Northwest

Dave Matthews defends Hamas in attack against Netanyahu, Israel

Seattle’s own Dave Matthews is the latest celebrity to lean into antisemitism and defend Hamas. His interview with Al Jazeera comes after an antisemitic outcry from left-wing activists upset that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke in front of a joint session of Congress. “This has been an ongoing struggle for people who just want to have dignity and be able to live independent lives and dream of a better future. And this man is the …

07/25/2024 6:55:54 p.m.·Tacoma, United States

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