Fundraiser Falters as Backlash Mounts Against Student Who Allegedly Harassed Barstool Sports Founder with Antisemitic Rant
A campaign to raise funds for Patrick McClintock, a former Mississippi State University student accused of hurling antisemitic comments at Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy, has gained more than $36,000 despite sparking widespread outrage over the weekend.
McClintock, 20, was charged with misdemeanor disturbing the peace after a viral video showed him yelling "F--- the Jews" outside a pizza restaurant where Portnoy was filming a review on November 7. The incident drew international condemnation and calls for accountability.
The fundraiser, titled "DEFEND PATRICK MCCLINTOCK," has been met with criticism from many who argue that McClintock's actions were unacceptable and deserving of punishment. However, the campaign appears to have been fueled by some individuals who expressed support for the young man, despite his egregious behavior.
"Every person has the right to feel safe and respected in our community," said the Starkville Police Department in a statement. "Offensive words alone are protected, but when behavior disrupts a public event and risks violence, we will take steps to help maintain safety and security."
McClintock was released on bail just hours after his arrest, sparking further outrage among many who feel that he should not have been let go so quickly.
The incident has highlighted the need for greater accountability for hate speech and harassment, particularly when it comes to protected groups like Jewish Americans. Portnoy, a Jew himself, was understandably shaken by the experience and has since spoken out about the importance of promoting tolerance and respect in our communities.
As the fallout from this incident continues, it remains to be seen whether McClintock will face meaningful consequences for his actions. One thing is certain, however: his alleged behavior was unacceptable and should not be tolerated in any form.
A campaign to raise funds for Patrick McClintock, a former Mississippi State University student accused of hurling antisemitic comments at Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy, has gained more than $36,000 despite sparking widespread outrage over the weekend.
McClintock, 20, was charged with misdemeanor disturbing the peace after a viral video showed him yelling "F--- the Jews" outside a pizza restaurant where Portnoy was filming a review on November 7. The incident drew international condemnation and calls for accountability.
The fundraiser, titled "DEFEND PATRICK MCCLINTOCK," has been met with criticism from many who argue that McClintock's actions were unacceptable and deserving of punishment. However, the campaign appears to have been fueled by some individuals who expressed support for the young man, despite his egregious behavior.
"Every person has the right to feel safe and respected in our community," said the Starkville Police Department in a statement. "Offensive words alone are protected, but when behavior disrupts a public event and risks violence, we will take steps to help maintain safety and security."
McClintock was released on bail just hours after his arrest, sparking further outrage among many who feel that he should not have been let go so quickly.
The incident has highlighted the need for greater accountability for hate speech and harassment, particularly when it comes to protected groups like Jewish Americans. Portnoy, a Jew himself, was understandably shaken by the experience and has since spoken out about the importance of promoting tolerance and respect in our communities.
As the fallout from this incident continues, it remains to be seen whether McClintock will face meaningful consequences for his actions. One thing is certain, however: his alleged behavior was unacceptable and should not be tolerated in any form.
. Like, come on guys, where's the common sense? You can't just make hate speech comments and then expect people to fawn all over you with a fundraiser 
. I mean, what's next? Are we gonna start supporting people who are just "different" or "unique"? Newsflash: being different is not an excuse for being a jerk 
. And the fact that some people think this guy deserves our sympathy is just mind-boggling. Give me a break 
. We need to stand up against hate speech and harassment, not perpetuate it with our wallets 
. It's time to take responsibility for our actions and treat others with respect. Period. 
"The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little." 
The fact that someone can get over $36,000 while spewing hate speech and harassment just shows how dark some people's hearts are. We need to be better than this.
But at the same time, I'm like, what's going on here? We're talking about antisemitic comments and people are defending him? 
The whole thing is just so frustrating. I mean, I'm all for free speech and all that jazz, but when you're talking about hate speech and harassment, there gotta be consequences. 
There needs to be accountability, and there needs to be punishment for behavior like that. So yeah... still trying to process all of this 
it's not just about "big" incidents like this one, but also the daily microaggressions and subtle forms of oppression that ppl from Jewish communities face. 
it's like, come on ppl, let's take this seriously and create a safer online community for everyone! 
