Controversial conservative pundit Candace Owens has been named “Antisemite of the Year” by the watchdog group StopAntisemitism. The organisation claims that Owens “blew the competition away” with more votes than any other nominee in previous years.
Liora Rez, the founder of StopAntisemitism, explained that Owens’ brand of antisemitism draws from “vile medieval blood libels” and modern-day conspiracy theories. She referenced Owens’ claims that Jews drink Christian blood, that they are paedophiles controlling the media, and that they are “taking over America.” Rez also pointed to her toxic anti-Israel rhetoric, particularly her comments following the October 7, 2023, massacre, in which Owens accused Israel of “occupying” the United States.
“There is no psychotic rabbit hole too extreme for this poisonous hater,” Rez remarked.
The nomination for “Antisemite of the Year” follows Owens’ controversial split from The Daily Wire, which divided conservatives over how the outlet handled the situation. In the past, StopAntisemitism has bestowed the title upon individuals such as Ye (formerly known as Kanye West), who was named in 2022 after making multiple antisemitic remarks, and Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), who received the accolade in 2021.
Owens has previously dismissed suggestions that she might be in the running for such an award. However, her public defence of Ye’s antisemitic tirades, alongside her own attacks on Israel, has made her a polarising figure, especially within conservative circles.
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