Zach Bryan wears "Free Palestine" shirt at Gillette Stadium concert weeks after Macklemore-Robert Kraft controversy
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Key Points:
- Zach Bryan wore a "Free Palestine" shirt during his concert at Gillette Stadium, where he performed the first of two shows; some band members also wore similar messages.
- The phrase "An appeal to heaven" on Bryan's shirt references a Revolutionary War-era slogan and Massachusetts maritime flag, symbolizing a belief in divine justice against tyranny.
- This incident follows rapper Macklemore being barred from opening for Ed Sheeran at the same venue after making pro-Palestinian comments, with Patriots owner Robert Kraft citing concerns over antisemitic rhetoric.
- Macklemore has denied antisemitism, distinguishing criticism of Israel from Jewish hate, and pledged $1 million to support Palestinians, calling on Kraft to match his donation.
- Kraft responded by stating he had discussed with Sheeran matching the pop star's $2 million donation pledge, while all other supporting acts on Sheeran's tour withdrew in solidarity with Macklemore.
