Ongoing Controversy on Martha's Vineyard Involving Alan Dershowitz
The ongoing controversy on Martha’s Vineyard involving Alan Dershowitz and a local food vendor reached its ninth day, with Dershowitz publicly criticizing the vendor for denying him service. The dispute began on July 30 when Dershowitz attempted to buy pierogi at a local farmers market but was refused, allegedly due to his political views. Dershowitz claimed the vendor’s supporter made anti-Zionist remarks, which he found objectionable.
Initial Confrontation and Social Media Documentation
Following the confrontation, which was documented on social media, Dershowitz announced plans to sue the market. He returned to the scene days later, attempting to purchase pierogi again, but was once more rebuffed. His persistence drew a crowd that grew increasingly agitated, with some members defending the vendor and others expressing strong anti-Semitic sentiments. Dershowitz accused the crowd of bigotry before departing without the pierogi.
Dershowitz's Criticism of Martha’s Vineyard
In subsequent interviews, Dershowitz criticized Martha’s Vineyard for its intolerance, claiming he has been...