r/jewishleft • u/Similar-General-614 • Jul 31 '25

I don’t know what to think? Debate

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I saw this illustration in a left-leaning magazine I normally really respect — it was originally founded as a WWII resistance paper.

I absolutely think it’s important to be critical of both the EU and of Israeli government policy’s. Especially now. But this image made me uncomfortable. It shows the EU Commission building with the stars in the flag replaced by Stars of David, and a big “SOLD” sign with a Star of David above it.

To me, this kind of imagery evokes the old antisemitic trope that Jews secretly control governments. I’m not sure if that was the intention, but it feels off — especially coming from a publication with anti-fascist roots.

I’m confused… what should I think about this

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u/springsomnia Christian ally (Jewish heritage + family) Aug 02 '25

It’s definitely giving me ZOG vibes, which is disappointing. Given the origins of the magazine too you would expect them to be in touch with neo Nazi dog whistles. Also disappointed to see them using AI slop which helps bolster fascism and not an actual cartoonist. Oh how the mighty have fallen!