Antisemitic Employee Fired, Raises Tens of Thousands Online
A Burger King employee in Pennsylvania was fired after shouting "Free Palestine" at an Israeli musician wearing a Star of David necklace. The incident sparked online outrage against antisemitism, while the employee launched a crowdfunding campaign that raised nearly $100,000. The musician, Rami Feinstein, said he felt threatened and posted footage on social media.
A confrontation with an anti-Israeli undertone at a Burger King branch in Pennsylvania, USA, led to the firing of an employee and a storm on social media. The incident occurred when a young woman named Ariana Hamilton was recorded hurling "Free Palestine" at Rami Feinstein, an Israeli musician who had purchased a meal for himself and his family. Feinstein, who wore a Star of David necklace, felt threatened, requested a refund, and left the branch. He posted footage on social media, and the video quickly spread. Burger King fired the employee and stated: "We have zero tolerance for antisemitism, hatred, or discrimination of any kind." In contrast, Hamilton claimed her words were an expression of free speech and launched a crowdfunding campaign that raised nearly $100,000. Feinstein told N12 that his goal is to encourage Jews and Israelis to be proud of who they are, and noted that his family has experienced antisemitic incidents in the past. He emphasized that he is proud of his heritage and sees a mission in his music to support Jews.