US actors criticise use of antisemitism to shut down discussion on Gaza

A prominent American Jewish acting family has criticised the use of antisemitism to shut down discussions about Israel's policies in Gaza.

Actors Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody also told The New York Times they thought the policies of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu were threatening the safety of Jewish communities internationally.

"The politics of what he’s doing is the worst thing for Jewish people. It’s like lighting a candle for anybody that has any antisemitic feelings," said Grody. 

"It’s creating a generation of wounded and hurt kids who will understandably be very angry. I feel deeply troubled and horrified by what is happening in my name. So I am very proud of every Jewish person that stands up for the humanity of people in the Middle East."

Patinkin concurred, referencing a line from the film The Princess Bride, in which he starred.

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