"Hi Rachel, just wanted to let you know there's a comment under your latest post that says free America from the Jews' that says liked by the author, the message read. I'm sure that's an accident so wanted to let you know. Deleted how horrible oh wait let me check I did delete one like that, Rachel replied. I believe I deleted that earlier right when I saw it! I hate antisemitism."
"Yesterday, I accidentally liked a hateful comment on my social media while trying to delete it. I have always been completely clear on this; I do not support language that targets or harms the Jewish community or any community. Antisemitism and hate of any kind have no place in my life or my work, she continued. Everything I do is rooted in kindness, inclusion and care for all humanity. Those values guide me every day, and I remain firmly committed to them."
Kids' YouTube star Ms. Rachel liked an antisemitic Instagram comment that read "Free America from the Jews" beneath a post reading "Free Palestine, Free Sudan, Free Congo, Free Iran." Screenshots of the liked comment circulated and provoked condemnation from followers and advocacy groups. Ms. Rachel posted a screenshot of a direct message alerting her to the liked comment and responded that she had deleted a like and hates antisemitism. She issued a statement saying she accidentally liked the hateful comment while trying to delete it, condemned antisemitism, reaffirmed commitment to kindness and inclusion, and posted a tearful apology video.
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