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Expressing dissent on this sensitive issue has come with social repercussions. The speaker recounts how, even with moderate critique, he has faced social media backlash, lost friendships—including connections to prominent media figures—and been labeled as anti-Semitic or un-American. The hostility underscores how deeply intertwined and divisive this topic has become within American political and social spheres.
He notes how even moderate voices like Megan Kelly, an independent commentator, are subjected to accusations of anti-Semitism for voicing concerns about Israeli influence in U.S. policy. This environment discourages open discussion, making it difficult for critics to voice their opinions without facing severe backlash.