In a city teeming with Jewish history and pride, how does a celebrated actor like Mandy Patinkin roll out the red carpet for a politician who spits venom at Israel? It’s not just baffling, it’s infuriating. New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a self-proclaimed socialist with a track record of condemning the Jewish state as genocidal and questioning its very existence, gets invited into Patinkin’s home for a Hanukkah bash. And what do we get? A slick, three-minute propaganda video that’s as phony as a dollar-store dreidel. If this doesn’t scream self-sabotage, what does? Jews embracing their enemies isn’t new, but this latest stunt hits a new low, and it’s time to call it out before it destroys us from within.
The Phony Festivities Exposed
Picture this: Patinkin, the beloved star from “The Princess Bride,” fakes a shocked greeting at his door—”It’s the mayor! What are you doing here?”—while staring straight into the camera like it’s opening night on Broadway. Mamdani grins like he’s won the lottery, flipping latkes, mumbling Hebrew prayers, and lighting candles with Patinkin’s family. It’s all so warm, so inclusive, right? Wrong. This isn’t a genuine celebration; it’s a calculated PR stunt designed to whitewash Mamdani’s toxic views. He toasts to “more light,” twisting Hanukkah’s message of triumph over oppression into some vague political platitude. Meanwhile, Patinkin blesses his “mayoral tenure” like he’s handing out absolution. Give me a break, this reeks of desperation, not devotion.
Mamdani’s Toxic Track Record
Let’s not sugarcoat it: Zohran Mamdani isn’t just critical of Israel; he’s an outright Islamicist antagonist. He’s built his career on anti-Zionist rants, accusing the Jewish homeland of atrocities and cozying up to pro-Palestinian causes that often cross into outright hostility. New York’s Jewish community, already on edge from rising antisemitism, deserves better than this wolf in sheep’s clothing. Yet here he is, using a sacred holiday to score points. Social media lit up with backlash, and rightfully so—one commenter nailed it: “This screams ‘I’m not anti-Semitic, some of my best friends are Jews.'” Another blasted him for doing anything to fake support for Jews. These aren’t isolated gripes; they’re the roar of a community fed up with performative allyship. Mamdani’s video didn’t bridge divides; it widened them, exposing his outreach as shallow and insincere.
Patinkin’s Role in the Betrayal
And then there’s Mandy Patinkin, a Jewish icon who’s no stranger to politics. He’s criticized Israeli policies himself, but lending his star power to Mamdani? That’s not advocacy; that’s aiding and abetting. By hosting this farce in his own home, Patinkin gave Mamdani a stamp of Jewish approval he doesn’t deserve. It’s like handing a match to an arsonist and calling it unity. Patinkin’s family joins in, turning a private ritual into public theater. Sure, he’s talented, but talent doesn’t excuse turning Hanukkah into a shield for enemies. As a Democrat, maybe party loyalty blinds him, but at what cost? This isn’t about left or right, it’s about survival. Jews have fought too hard against real threats to let celebrities dilute our defenses.
The Dangerous Pattern of Self-Destruction
This isn’t an isolated incident; it’s part of a sickening trend where Jews bend over backward to embrace those who undermine us. From Hollywood elites to progressive activists, too many prioritize “inclusivity” over self-preservation. Hanukkah commemorates resistance against assimilation and oppression, yet here we are, frying latkes with folks who echo ancient hatreds in modern wrapping. Mamdani’s video, polished and shared widely, highlights the limits of symbolism without substance. Jewish New Yorkers want real action on safety, antisemitism, and support for Israel, not staged candlelighting. Ignoring this pattern invites more danger, eroding trust and emboldening adversaries. We’ve seen it before: appeasement leads to peril. When will we learn?
Home-Grown Communists
Perhaps the most telling moment is when Patinkin’s wife, actress Kathryn Grody, responds to her son’s obviously scripted question, “Mom, what is something about Zoran’s campaign that particularly brought you to this moment?” by saying, “That he was human, that he wasn’t part of the plutocracy billionaire class. That he talked about Eugene Debs, one of my heroes, I never thought I’d live to see that.”
For those who do not know who Eugene Debs was, he was an American socialist activist and trade unionist. He was one of the founding members of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) and a five-time candidate of the Socialist Party of America for President of the United States.
Bottom Line: Time to Wake Up and Fight Back
Enough is enough. This Hanukkah horror show should be a wake-up call. Jews must stop hugging our haters and start demanding accountability. Mamdani’s mayoralty looms like a storm cloud over New York; will it bring “light” or more darkness? Patinkin’s participation only amplifies the outrage. Let’s channel that Maccabean spirit: resist, unite, and protect our own. No more phony gestures; demand real change or face the consequences. The shadows of mistrust won’t lift with videos; they require balls and backbone.
We are so screwed.
— Steve
