President Joe Biden’s fundraising event in New York, attended by former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, was disrupted by pro-Palestinian protesters. The event took place at the iconic Radio City Music Hall on Thursday night, with Stephen Colbert as the host, asking them questions in front of a live audience. The audience members had paid anywhere from a penny to $225 and $500k for tickets, all in support of Biden’s presidential campaign. However, the peaceful atmosphere was shattered when a woman somehow managed to enter the building and started shouting loudly while they were discussing the events of January 6th. It is important to note that there were already plenty of protesters outside the venue.
The woman, who became the central figure in the video, along with other protesters, shouted, “Shame on you, Joe Biden!” accusing him of supporting genocide in response to his handling of the current situation in Israel. According to reports, Obama directly addressed the protesters during the appearance, stating, “You can’t just talk and not listen. That’s what the other side does.” He praised Biden for his “moral clarity” in the midst of a complex issue. Despite the disruption, Joe and the former presidents managed to have some light-hearted moments during the event, even making a reference to the Dark Brandon meme by putting on sunglasses, including Colbert.
It is unclear whether the fundraising event was a success given all the commotion. However, judging by the attendance and the high ticket prices, it can be assumed that the event went well despite the protests. The presence of former presidents Obama and Clinton added gravitas to the event, highlighting the importance of unity and dialogue even in the face of dissent. Moving forward, it will be interesting to see how President Biden addresses the concerns raised by the protesters and how he navigates the complexities of the situation in the Middle East.
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