VIDEO: Hillary Confronted By Angry American
On Monday, Hillary Clinton, the former Secretary of State, found herself engaged in a heated exchange with a vocal critic at Columbia University in New York City during a panel discussion celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The discussion, which was moderated by Clinton, became heated when an unidentified individual in the audience repeatedly voiced concerns about what he referred to as President Joe Biden’s “warmongering” policies, specifically his recent call for substantial funding for Israel, Taiwan, and Ukraine.
According to Newsweek, While Clinton and former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet discussed international human rights violations, the man loudly expressed his grievances from the audience, accusing the panel of hypocrisy and suggesting that Biden’s policies could lead to a catastrophic global conflict.
Despite Clinton’s efforts to maintain decorum and allow other participants to speak, the man continued to demand that she condemn Biden’s perceived “warmongering.” Event staff eventually approached him, but the individual asserted that he was exercising his right to free speech and criticized the panel for constructing what he viewed as hypocritical narratives.
The man also took issue with the historical background of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was drafted by a committee chaired by Eleanor Roosevelt and adopted by the United Nations in 1948, prompting a sarcastic response from Clinton.
As the exchange continued and the man persistently interrupted, Clinton retorted that they were not engaged in a sporting event like football but were addressing serious issues. She defended her commitment to the ideals of “Team America” despite its imperfections, which elicited applause from the audience.
Another panel member, Dr. Allida Black, a noted expert on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, reprimanded the heckler for his interruptions and emphasized the accomplishments of the panel over his disruptive behavior.
The encounter ended with Clinton firmly declining to denounce President Biden’s speech and stating that the discussion had concluded. Event staff requested the heckler’s identification.
The heckler’s identity remains unclear. A video of the incident was shared on social media, with some characterizing the encounter as a “snapping” moment for Clinton and praising the heckler for challenging what they perceived as political establishment policies.
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This “legend” ain’t buying Hillary Clinton’s bullshit😆😆 pic.twitter.com/qmddZdw69s
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