The Kidnapped Posters Aren’t an Affront

The real affront — what the posters show — is the true nature of Hamas.

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Posters of some of those kidnapped by Hamas in Israel displayed on a pole outside of Cooper Union in New York City, October 30, 2023.

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There are many things in American life considered offensive or controversial that never would have been before. Now, kidnapped posters have to be added to the list.

There’s an ongoing struggle in our streets over whether it’s legitimate to post flyers about people kidnapped in the Hamas terror attack on Israel on October 7, or a provocation that warrants the posters being torn down.

Rich Lowry

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Rich Lowry

Rich Lowry is the editor in chief of National Review.

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