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Casey Neistat, a renowned YouTuber and film director, recently uploaded a vlog titled Jew on his YouTube channel. In this vlog, which has garnered over a million views, he shares his perspective as an American Jew regarding the massacre of Israeli citizens by Hamas on October 7th, 2023. Addressing his 12.6 million subscribers, Casey expresses his dismay at the public’s reluctance, including that of his colleagues and friends, to voice their shock and condemnation of the massacre in Israel and the explicitly anti-Semitic nature of certain pro-Palestinian protests. He challenges those who fail to recognize the immorality of murdering children and those who attempt to justify the massacre.
Casey Neistat is celebrated for his innovative video blogging style, blending high-quality cinematography with genuine, personal narratives. He was an early adopter of YouTube, creating a profile in 2010. By 2015, he began his daily vlog, setting a benchmark for content creators. His videos, which he writes, films, and edits, are marked by rapid editing, unique camera perspectives, drone footage, and time-lapses. Through these videos, he offers a window into his daily life in New York and his global adventures.
Globally, viewers admire and resonate with Casey’s engaging personality, evident in the personal touch he brings to his content. While he no longer produces daily vlogs, Casey remains a pivotal figure on YouTube. He continues to refine his storytelling craft, inspiring a new wave of vloggers and challenging the boundaries of video creation on the web.
In the Jew vlog, Casey articulates his views on the October 7th massacre and addresses attempts by some to rationalize the heinous acts committed by Hamas. He delves into the distinction between Jewish ethnicity and religious identity, highlighting that one can be of Jewish ethnicity without being religious. He underscores that violent acts against those of Jewish descent are rooted in anti-Semitism and racism, targeting individuals for their ethnic background rather than their religious beliefs. Recounting his visits to Israel during his youth, Casey states that while he doesn’t practice the religion, he is a proud Jew.
Casey also touches upon the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict, noting the challenge outsiders face in fully grasping the longstanding Middle Eastern dispute. He acknowledges that despite numerous attempts, a resolution remains elusive. While he admits his limited understanding of the conflict, Casey emphasizes that criticizing the Israeli government doesn’t justify apathy towards the massacre. He firmly condemns the violent attacks on innocent civilians, including the elderly, women, and children, and denounces global attempts to downplay or justify these atrocities.
He shares a harrowing excerpt from a Hamas manifesto available online, in which it is explicitly written that its stated mission is the genocide of all Jews: “Doomsday will not come until [the Muslims] fight the Jews and kill them. Then the Jews will hide behind rocks and trees, and the rocks and trees will cry out, ‘There is a Jew hiding Behind me, come kill him’.” Casey urges non-Jewish viewers to denounce the overt anti-Semitism evident in the Hamas charter.
Highlighting a pro-Palestinian protest in Sydney, Australia, following the massacre, where chants of “gas the Jews” were heard, Casey illustrates the alarming rise in anti-Semitism. Such overt neo-Nazi sentiments instill fear in the global Jewish community and foster violence against them.
In his vlog, Casey appeals to viewers to stand in solidarity with Jews and Israelis, asserting that brutal acts like those perpetrated by Hamas are indefensible. He stresses the need for unity with Israel and the Jewish community in the face of escalating anti-Semitic rhetoric in an increasingly divided world.
By sharing his personal experiences and reflections, Casey humanizes the broader political and social discourse. As a result, his message resonates not only with the global Jewish community but also with those internationally concerned about the growing polarization and hatred.
The vlog Jew is available to watch at theย top of the page.
