Results: Alicia Keys deletes and clarifies paragliding post that sparked criticism
Published on 10/18/2023
Alicia Keys has responded to backlash over a recent social media post that some deemed insensitive in light of the war between Israel and Hamas.
Source : https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/17/entertainment/alicia-keys-paragliding/index.html
Source : https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/17/entertainment/alicia-keys-paragliding/index.html
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In a since-deleted post, Alicia Keys shared a photo of herself in a green jacket and wrote in the caption, "What would you do if u weren't afraid of anything???" "Tell me your truth …I've had my eyes on paragliding," she wrote using "side-eye" emojis and the hashtag, "Monday energy." Keys was criticized for using the word "paragliding" given that Hamas terrorists used paragliders in their Oct. 7 attack on Israel. Some also tried to tie her wearing green – the color of the Hamas flag – as a sign of support for the organization. Overall, do you believe that Alicia Keys' social media post was insensitive, or do you think it was blown out of proportion?
It was insensitive
14%
378 votes
It was blown out of proportion
47%
1257 votes
Undecided
19%
517 votes
Other (please specify)
1%
24 votes
Not Applicable
19%
524 votes
| Other Answers | Percentage | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| 0.32% | 7 | |
| I believe she had no idea that this was how the attack took place. Not everyone is watching the coverage in an in-depth way. | 0.05% | 1 |
| I have no idea.j To me-this sounds like humanity is close to reaching the point of being in the wrong if one of us breathes through the nose for just a bit too long (just to give an example). | 0.05% | 1 |
| it depends on her intent | 0.05% | 1 |
| blown out of proportion. | 0.05% | 1 |
| It was deliberate. | 0.05% | 1 |
| yo'll never know for sure and who cares? | 0.05% | 1 |
| She needs to be more aware of things going on in the world. She's just ignorant. | 0.05% | 1 |
| Was it intentional, or a co-accident | 0.05% | 1 |
| why do people have to read anything into every little thing some one of slight importance says or does that they can turn around | 0.05% | 1 |
| It was just an unfortunate coincidence for using that term | 0.05% | 1 |
| We know which side she's on. | 0.05% | 1 |
| Blown out of proportion.. and Hamas likely used U.S. weapons Biden left behind in Afghanistan. https://americanmilitarynews.com/2023/10/us-military-weapons-from-afghanistan-may-have-been-used-to-kill-americans-in-israel-report/ | 0.05% | 1 |
| Who knows. I say just everyone keep your mouths shut except for prayers for innocent people wanting to live their lives in peace. Celebs believe their status in life will have all eyes and ears on them putting on a show. | 0.05% | 1 |
| Wow I am speechless | 0.05% | 1 |
| She might not have even been aware that Hamas used paragliders - it was only on my TV once for about 10 seconds | 0.05% | 1 |
| Could care less, who the heck is this gal? | 0.05% | 1 |
| An innocent mistake | 0.05% | 1 |
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"The post I shared was COMPLETELY unrelated in any way to the recent devastating loss of innocent lives," Keys later wrote on her Instagram stories on Monday. "My heart has been breaking …. I pray for and stand for peace." Do you think celebrities have a responsibility to be mindful of the potential impact of their social media posts and comments, given their influence on the public? Yes
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1458 votes
No
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360 votes
Undecided
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