UPDATE: In a stirring address at Parliament House during the Rally for Light, Australian broadcaster Erin Molan delivered a passionate call to action for the Jewish community and all Australians, urging them to confront the rise of antisemitism and radicalism. Her remarks come in the wake of devastating events that have shaken the nation, particularly following the events of October 7.
Molan spoke to a crowd of supporters, emphasizing the urgent need for the silent majority to speak out against the growing tide of hatred and violence. “We cannot let them win,” she stated, highlighting the courage of those who attended the rally despite fears for their safety. She expressed deep concern over the silence from leaders and communities in response to escalating antisemitism, stating, “Australians have failed your community in the most horrific of ways.”
Reflecting on recent events, including a protest in Bondi where antisemitic slogans were chanted, Molan expressed her shock and heartbreak. “What terrified me was the silence of fellow Australians in the aftermath,” she said. “We saw synagogues firebombed and your kids’ schools covered in filth, yet the response was muted.” She underscored the need for clarity in identifying the sources of evil, reiterating, “We cannot fight an evil we refuse to name. Radical Islam.”
Molan’s speech resonated with many in attendance, as she connected her message to personal experiences, including the loss of her father, Major General Jim Molan, to cancer. “My beautiful dad used to say, we cannot fight an enemy we don’t understand,” she recalled, invoking his legacy as an ally to the Jewish community.
Calling for unity against hatred, she urged fellow Australians to reject the framing of the situation that pits communities against each other. “Not one Jewish person I have ever met asked this country to choose between them and kids in Gaza,” she said. “It’s time to stand together against hate.” Molan’s emotional appeal highlighted the resilience of the Jewish community, stating, “You are phenomenally strong people. You still see light, you still love.”
As the event concluded, she left attendees with a powerful message of hope, insisting that the silent majority must find their voice. “In 100 years, our kids’ kids will learn about this moment. Let it be a lesson in courage, not weakness,” she declared.
This urgent call to action from Erin Molan has ignited discussions across social media, encouraging Australians to confront the realities of hate and division in the country. The rally marks a pivotal moment in ongoing efforts to support the Jewish community and combat antisemitism effectively.
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