Industry Jul 4, 2026
Julian Casablancas discusses "white privilege" and American Zionism comments
He went viral earlier this year for saying American Zionists "get the benefits of white privileged people but talk like they are Black people during slavery" The post Watch The Strokes’ Julian Casabla
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Julian Casablancas of The Strokes has delivered a full speech at the Oxford Union addressing his recent controversial remarks about American Zionism. Earlier this year, his comments went viral, suggesting that American Zionists benefit from white privilege while adopting rhetoric similar to that of Black individuals during the era of slavery.
The speech provides a platform for Casablancas to elaborate on his perspective and the context surrounding his statements. The full address is now available for viewing, offering deeper insight into his views on privilege and political discourse. Originally reported by NME.
The speech provides a platform for Casablancas to elaborate on his perspective and the context surrounding his statements. The full address is now available for viewing, offering deeper insight into his views on privilege and political discourse. Originally reported by NME.