Israeli Eurovision: how low can you go?

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Israeli entry in Eurovision song contest is likely to be a song called 'October Rain' sung by trans-identifying 'Eden 'Golan'.

My previous thread was deleted for pointing this out.

Yes me too.

What exactly does it explain?

For those who seem adamant there were no terrorist supporters protesting yesterday, you really don't know Sweden very well. On the 8th of October 2023 the Swedish Prime Minister even made a statement about how deplorable the amount of celebrations they'd seen on the streets of Sweden following the massacre. Sweden is full of terrorist supporters. Malmö is very much not an exception to that.

In fact, already on the 7th of October they'd arranged a massive caravan to travel through the streets of Malmö the following day to celebrate.

Thanks @Humdingerydoo I didn't know that but its consistent with the reactions to 7 October in many places. So, it would be odd if at least some of these people were not protesting Israel at Eurovision wouldn't it.

Not sure you dreamt them, but rather you purposely only watched videos filmed by those booing, making it seem as though it was much more prevalent than it actually was in order to confirm your pre-existing bias. There's even a name for it - confirmation bias. If the microphone is right next to someone booing, that is all you'll hear. That's just common sense.

Sweden is full of terrorist supporters. Malmö is very much not an exception to that.

Malmö in fact leads the way on that in Sweden. That and gun crime. Oh, and hand grenades.

If only there was a word for making up something terrible you imagine Israel doing - but they aren't actually.

Oh wait...

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Honestly, some people. They just don't get it.

Why Israel were allowed compete

Is there a word for Israeli people rubbing hands in glee at the prospect of beach front property in Gaza?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-68650815

And you definitely don't.
I don't understand how people can find it so shocking that there are a lot of people all across the world, from all walks of life and many different countries that are upset and horrified at the children and innocent civilians being killed, starved and displaced. What kind of society would we be if we didn't. Definitely not one I would want to be part of.

So nothing to do with Israel having paid the broadcasting fees that were due etc? You think Eurovision were struggling that much to find a sponsor? Lol.

I've a feeling the vast majority of the world does not watch or vote at Eurovision @Dulra You know I have no idea who has ever won it, except for Ukraine, which was well publicised. I think it's well known to be appalling for anyone who cares about music. So those who do watch it are probably not particularly musical and watch it because it's funny and trashy and harmless, or because they strongly support a particular country. I actually don't care who wins it. If it's the Israel competitor she has done well in that arena.

Oh, you seem to be getting confused. I was laughing at the reply to an outrageous comment made by a previous poster where they clearly didn't understand how wrong on so many levels what they were saying actually was. Somehow you've made that into me being at fault, which is an interesting twist on it all.

I know!
I don't know how anyone can overlook, justify or defend the killing of thousands and thousands and thousands of children in Gaza. Likewise, the killing and kidnapping of the people in Israel.

I don't know anything about this company, but I expect the issue will be explored in years to come. Eurovision will have to prove itself as unbiased and as truly giving a fair chance to all the hopeful contenders. It probably won't last if countries lose faith in that.

What evidence do you have for this?

Anti - Semitism, pure and simple, prompted by hatred for the Jewish state. Otherwise we would be seeing social media backlash and protests in other areas where Muslims are losing their lives. But no - it is reserved for Jews.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13403219/finnish-eurovision-singer-dancing-israel-eden-golan-demands-video-removed.html

I don't understand, are you under the impression that Moroccanoil is owned by Israel or something? It's just a company. Lots of companies sponsor lots of things. I believe TikTok and Royal Caribbean are also sponsoring Eurovision. They're companies, not countries. Hope that helps clarify matters.

@Humdingerydoo As I said, I know nothing about the company, and not particularly motivated to look. I expect if there's any suggestion of possible bias it will be looked at. Of course companies have interests which sometimes coincide with politics, I think that 'happens a fair amount. But I've no idea about this company, merely responding to the mention of it.

I believe it’s an Israeli brand.

Yes, produced in Israel. Head office is in NY.

Either way, the company is not owned by Israel or something 😅 So not sure why Dulra thinks Israel is only in Eurovision because of Moroccanoil. Hopefully she'll realise how ridiculous that is and retract that comment.

@EasterIssland Does appear to be
Uk branch MOROCCANOIL UK LIMITED people - Find and update company information - GOV.UK (company-information.service.gov.uk)

And according to this site the products are manufactured in Israel MOROCCANOIL - care products, cosmetics | Dead Sea Shop

It’s the 4th year of sponsoring. Were you worried about bias in previous years?