Robert Kraft

What you need to know about Macklemore and accusations of antisemitism

Macklemore once apologized after a controversial costume drew accusations of antisemitism. A decade later, his pro-Palestinian activism and criticism of Israel have sparked renewed backlash.

Rapper Benjamin Haggerty, known as Macklemore, performs at the Goldencoast Rap Festival in Corcelles-les-Monts, France, Aug. 30, 2026.
A Palestinian walks near a mural painted in honour of American rapper Macklemore, amid buildings destroyed during the war, in Gaza City, September 18, 2026.

Mural of rapper Macklemore painted in Gaza after Sheeran tour furor

Robert Kraft

Robert Kraft was right about Macklemore, the explanation was all wrong - opinion

 Robert Kraft speaking at the United Hatzalah New York Gala, June 6, 2023.

Robert Kraft donates $2 million for humanitarian crisis in Palestine, following Macklemore incident


European Flag Football Tournament kicks off in Israel Thursday

It is possible, that the American football arena could be next for the Israeli women and men to prove themselves and show their might.

Israeli Flag Football Team

‘My vision is to work to end the violence against Jewish communities’

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft explains why being awarded the Genesis Prize has helped him focus his priorities.

ROBERT KRAFT, 2019 Genesis Prize laureate.

The Lounge with Michal Galanti: June 25, 2019

Last Tuesday at his home in Beit Yanai, businessman and philanthropist Morris Kahn held a tribute for his longtime friend Robert Kraft.

Boston, MA, USA; New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft thanks fans as he holds the Lombardi Trophy during the Super Bowl LIII championship parade

Robert Kraft brings cadre of Patriots to inspire Israeli football players

“Mr. Robert Kraft is one of the best friends Jerusalem has,” said Lion.

THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS’ six Lombardi trophies – all won with Super Bowl victories in the past 18 years – sit on display at the Kraft Family Sports Complex in Jerusalem on Friday during team owner Robert Kraft’s visit.

Genesis Prize awarded to Robert Kraft in Jerusalem

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Genesis Prize Foundation Chairman Stan Polovets bestowed the award upon Kraft in front of an audience of 600 Israeli and international dignitaries.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 2019 Genesis Prize Laureate Robert Kraft, and Stan Poloets, Co-founder and Chairman of The Genesis Prize Foundation

2019 Genesis Prize Laureate Robert Kraft receives a warm welcome in Israel

Kraft will direct the $1 million Genesis Prize towards organizations and initiatives aimed at combatting the rise of antisemitism around the world.

From left to right: Jewish Agency Chairman Isaac Herzog, US Ambassador David Friedman, Genesis Prize Laureate Robert Kraft, and Chairman of The Genesis Prize Foundation Stan Polovets

Genesis hosts antisemitism film series in Jerusalem

The Genesis Prize Foundation, together with the Cinematheque, will present a film series next week examining the global resurgence of antisemitism.

ON THE MAP’ is one of the films being screened.

The Patriots and Revolution: A tale of two teams with no Israeli players

While it is true that no Israeli football player has the requisite talent to play in the NFL with the Patriots, the same case cannot be made when it comes to Israeli soccer players and the Revolution

Robert Kraft (left), owner of the New England Revolution, and Bruce Buck, chairman of Chelsea, pose in front of their clubs last week.

Diaspora Affairs: The goal - fighting antisemitism

The impetus for the match was last October’s massacre at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh.

Robert Kraft (left), owner of the New England Revolution and Bruce Buck, chairman of Chelsea FC, pose in front of their teams this week.

Chelsea stars wow Boston kids, fight antisemitism, promote diversity

"We're addressing it and fighting it every step of the way, it's a constant process. But events like this teach our children how to be advocates for each other," Framingham Mayor Yvonne Spicer said.

Chelsea Football star David Luiz poses with students in Framingham, Mass. Tuesday