Arr, the NHL All-Star chantress be sportin' pro-Palestinian garments, causin' quite the ruckus! Blimey, 'tis bafflin'!
2024-02-04
Arrr, the NHL be takin' a beatin' from them scallywags who be mighty vexed with singer Kiana Lede for singin' the U.S. national anthem, donned in pro-Palestinian garb, at the grand All-Star Game on a fine Saturday.
The NHL is facing backlash after singer Kiana Lede wore pro-Palestinian attire while singing the U.S. national anthem at the league's All-Star Game. Lede, a known supporter of the Palestinians in the Israel-Hamas conflict, wore a cardigan-style sweater resembling a keffiyeh, a symbol of solidarity for those who are pro-Palestinian. The NHL invited Lede to perform at the All-Star Game in Toronto but did not provide immediate comment on the matter. Some took exception to Lede's involvement due to her outspoken support for the Palestinians. B'nai Brith Canada, a Jewish advocacy group, expressed concern over Lede's past comments and criticized the NHL for allowing her to perform. Lede has previously made divisive statements and encouraged hate against Jews. She has also posted on social media in support of the Palestinians and called for others to show their support. The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs expressed disappointment that the NHL did not thoroughly investigate Lede before giving her such a prominent platform. In December of the previous year, Lede sparked controversy by saying the slogan, "From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be free," during one of her concerts. She later clarified that she does not condone violence from Hamas but believes the Israeli government is committing genocide. The NHL is now facing calls to investigate how Lede was involved in the event and explain the decision to include her.