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Trump defends use of 'Shylock' term

Religion News Service · 15h

Trump says he didn't know an offensive term he used in a speech is considered antisemitic

Shylock refers to the villainous Jewish moneylender in Shakespeare’s “The Merchant of Venice” who demands a pound of flesh from a debtor.

Trump defends use of ‘shylock’ term at rally amid antisemitism claims

President Donald Trump has defended his use of the term "shylock" at a rally this week, saying he is unaware it is considered antisemitic by some people.

J. The Jewish News of Norther… · 10h

Trump says he didn’t know antisemitic history of ‘Shylock’ when he criticized bankers with the term

Trump’s choice of words quickly drew criticism. “We expect more from the President of the United States,” the ADL said in a statement.

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Trump's 'Shylock' comment draws outcry from Jewish groups

Trump described some bankers as "Shylocks" at the event in Iowa. He said afterwards he did not realise it was considered ...

The Forward on MSN1d

Trump says he didn’t know antisemitic history of ‘Shylock’ when he criticized bankers using the term

After facing criticism, President Donald Trump said he was unaware that the term “Shylock” was widely considered antisemitic ...

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Jewish Leaders Denounce Trump’s Use of Centuries-Old Trope

The Anti-Defamation League, a Jewish advocacy group, also criticized Mr. Trump’s use of the word. “The term ‘Shylock’ evokes ...

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