Caroline Downey

When a major cultural event becomes a platform for extreme political hostility and aggressive activism, the atmosphere shifts from musical celebration to overt ideological hostility. Caroline Downey breaks down the unsettling developments at the Glastonbury Music Festival, analyzing how anti-Israel chants, radical political rhetoric, and intense crowd indoctrination turned the iconic event into a terrifying environment for attendees. Unpacking how festival organizers and mainstream media outlets excused or ignored hostile antisemitic messaging under the guise of artistic expression, Caroline explores how elite cultural spaces are increasingly hijacked by far-left extremism. What does the breakdown of civil norms and safety at Glastonbury reveal about the unchecked rise of radical political activism in mainstream entertainment? Watch Caroline’s full analysis, leave your thoughts below, and subscribe to National Review!