Dive into a contentious exchange on the "Candace Owens" podcast as Owens sits down with Rabbi Michael Barclay to address allegations of antisemitism. With claims circling around her previous public statements, Owens confronts the Rabbi's concerns head-on, casting light on her intent behind comments that have sparked debate and controversy. Delve into a conversation that seeks to unravel misunderstandings and provide context to some of Owens’ most contentious moments in the public eye.
In this intense episode, Rabbi Barclay holds up Owens’ remarks about Adolf Hitler for scrutiny, challenging both her views and their implications. Owens defends herself by clarifying her stance on nationalism, global politics, and the vitriolic accusations of trivializing historical atrocities. Furthermore, they discuss her interpretation of a Hamas attack and the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with Owens refuting claims of downplaying violence. Listeners will be intrigued as they parse through Owens' explanations and the Rabbi's exacting critique, all within the scope of a pointed dialogue that promises evidence yet to be unveiled.
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Candace Owens, a conservative commentator, is under scrutiny by Rabbi Michael Barclay for alleged antisemitic comments. The Rabbi challenges her understanding of antisemitism, focusing on her past statements about Adolf Hitler and the politics surrounding Israel. Despite these criticisms, Owens attempts to provide context and clarification for her controversial remarks.
Rabbi Barclay points to comments Owens made about Hitler, which seemed to downplay his heinous acts. Owens sparked outrage by saying Hitler was "okay" until his aim for globalization. She later clarified, stating her comments were about nationalism and not meant to trivialize Hitler's atrocities. She maintains her criticism was of his global conquest attempts, not his crimes against Jews. In response to the Rabbi’s criticism, Owens shows a clip where she explains her view on Hitler's wrongdoings linked to his global aspirations.
Regarding a Hamas attack on October 7th, Owens was condemned for seemingly minimizing its seriousness on Tucker Carlson's show. Rabbi Barclay suggests she implied the event "wasn't that bad.” Owens rebuts, asserting she had condemned Hamas and considers any loss of innocent life, be it Israeli or Palestinian, as tragic. She believes the misinterpretation of her stance stems from polarizing opinions on the conflict.
The discussion also touches on accusations by the Rabbi that Owens criticized Ben Shapiro for his pro-Israel statements. Owens denies having publicly disparaged Shapiro, mentioning that she was the one criticized by him. The Rabbi plans to produce evidence of her supposed critique and proposes a further discussion after presenting her with the evidence. Owens counters by insisting she has not disparaged Shapiro because of his views on Israel and is waiting for the Rabbi’s evidence.
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Conservative commentator Candace Owens faces criticism from Rabbi Michael Barclay regarding claims of antisemitism and lack of apology for past comments.
The Rabbi confronts Owens on her understanding of antisemitism and her comments related to Hitler and the geopolitics of Israel.
Rabbi Michael Barclay brings up Owens's past comments that appeared to minimize Adolf Hitler's actions, which caused substantial controversy. Owens had previously commented that Hitler was "okay" until he tried to globalize. After facing criticism, Owens clarified that her remarks were in reference to the definition of nationalism. She explained that Hitler was not a nationalist because of his global invasion campaigns, not because of his treatment of Jews or the Holocaust. In defense, Owens plays a clip where she states that the issue with Hitler was his desire for globalization. She emphasizes she was delineating nationalism and not approving of Hitler's actions.
Candace Owens was criticized for allegedly downplaying the severity of a Hamas attack on October 7th during an appearance on Tucker Carlson's show. Rabbi Barclay claims Owens implied the attack "wasn't that bad." Owens rebuffs this accusation, insisting she condemned Hamas's actions and that she regards the loss of any innocent life, Israeli or Palestinian, as tragic. ...
Criticism of Candace Owens as Antisemitic
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