Patriots' Kraft on Macklemore: Won't Provide Platform for 'Hate Speech' The decision by New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft to drop rapper Macklemore as an opening act for Ed Sheeran's concerts at Gillette Stadium has sparked a heated debate about artistic freedom, hate speech, and the role of venues in promoting inclusivity.
On the surface, Kraft's move appears to be a principled stance against antisemitic rhetoric.
Kraft's decision was likely influenced by his own experiences with antisemitism and his commitment to combating hate of all kinds.