Sunny Hostin's daughter Paloma accused of antisemitism as she stirs controversy with pro-Palestine post
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Sunny Hostin's daughter Paloma has stirred up controversy online with a contentious pro-Palestine message on a selfie: "Now that I got my diploma: From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free."
The StopAntisemitism X account brought attention to the 18-year-old's Snapchat post.
Paloma Hostin recently graduated from Fieldstone, an elite high school in New York City with an annual tuition of $63,000.
Interpretations of 'from the river to the sea' stir controversy amidst Paloma's post
Many interpret the phrase 'from the river to the sea', which refers to the territory from the River Jordan to the Mediterranean Sea, as advocating for the dissolution of the state of Israel.
Paloma, whose grandfather is Jewish, further remarked, "And to all those who took screenshots of my posts and shared them with your parents in an attempt to get me suspended or expelled, look at where I am now."
Following the circulation of her pro-Palestine post on X, Paloma, who is set to begin studies at Cornell University in the fall, released a statement to clarify her remarks.
A source with close knowledge of the situation informed Daily Mail that Paloma was unaware of the implications associated with the phrase "from the river to the sea."
US students energized by conflict in Hamas, sparking debate about safety on campus
Reportedly, in the United States, students have been energized by the conflict in Hamas, where more than 30,000 people have lost their lives since Hamas launched an attack on Israel in October, resulting in over 1,200 casualties.
The protests have raised questions about whether certain slogans, such as "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free!" veer into antisemitism.
Jewish students have expressed concerns about their safety on college campuses as activists increasingly target individuals they perceive to have ties to Israel.
Earlier this month, leaders of three major public school systems vehemently refuted accusations that they tolerate widespread antisemitism in their educational institutions.
Paloma's post draws online criticism
Paloma was widely criticized for her comments as several even compared her to her mother, Sunny Hostin.
A particular viewer expressed, "What is that old saying? The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree? Wonder if any of her co-hostesses will call Sunny out? I think we all know the answer to that. No doubt her classy daughter will find a job in government or the entertainment industry straight away.."
Following suit, another observer added, ""Didn't know the connotation of the phrase?" .... So much for $63,000 per year high school education....."
Additionally, a viewer pointed out, "Well why don’t all the pro people go to these countries and help the citizens if they feel that strongly. Oh that’s right most people over there don’t live the lifestyles they’re accustomed to."
A follower contributed, "They don’t even know where it’s located on a map. Oh, and she got into Cornell based purely on her intelligence. Yeah, right. lol."
A comment underscored, "Apple didn't fall far from the tree."
Another comment echoed, "I was thinking more road apple and horse, or maybe the bovine equivalent."
An individual elaborated further, saying, "The repercussions of unearned privilege will come home to roost soon enough."
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