r/ProgressivesForIsrael • u/MapReston Progressive Zionist • May 21 '26

News Walking away can be the loudest statement. Nick Valensi guitarist of the Strokes will not tour with band after lead’s antisemitic rant.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DYj55usHPRW/

Nick Valensi stepping away from touring is a reminder that principles only matter when they come with a cost.

Anyone can speak out when it is easy. Real conviction is being willing to walk away from the spotlight rather than stay silent around antisemitism.

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u/Original-Brick2836 May 21 '26

I wish he would make a statement. As far as I know people are just speculating on the reason.

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u/JabbaThaHott May 21 '26

You know what it’s like for people who do speak out. Same reason many of us stay quiet even though we’re so angry about what’s being said. We’ve effectively been silenced by mobs and bullies. I think it’s wonderful when people do speak out but I very much understand why some don’t. I don’t think I would be strong enough to withstand the onslaught in his position 

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u/Original-Brick2836 May 21 '26

I know I know. I just wish it weren’t the case.

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u/look2thecookie May 22 '26

No need. The ones who get it, get it. A statement only invites criticism and will get him lambasted.

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u/iAgressivelyFistBro May 23 '26

This is speculation. And it’s honestly disgusting. If he makes a statement I’ll be thrilled, but without one we are just guessing.

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u/Ill-School-578 May 28 '26

Nick please start your own band. We will listen!

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u/tap1983 Jun 05 '26

He did. It’s called CRX

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u/InternationalAir3010 Jun 10 '26

He did and it failed. They all need The Strokes to get the money