Barstool's Dave Portnoy says he's beefed up security over "lunatics" online
Summary
Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, has increased his personal security after receiving online threats and facing a recent antisemitic attack while filming a pizza review. A man was arrested for disturbing the peace after shouting hateful comments and throwing coins at Portnoy in Mississippi, highlighting growing concerns about antisemitism in the U.S.Key Facts
- Dave Portnoy experiences frequent online abuse and threats as a public figure with a large social media following.
- Portnoy has started using 24/7 security at his home for protection.
- A man shouted antisemitic remarks and threw coins at Portnoy in Mississippi while Portnoy was filming a pizza review.
- The attacker, Patrick McClintock, was arrested on a misdemeanor charge of disturbing the peace.
- Starkville Police said offensive words are protected, but disruptive or violent behavior will be addressed.
- Antisemitic incidents in the U.S. have risen nearly 900% over the past 10 years, according to the Anti-Defamation League.
- Portnoy, who is Jewish, said he faces daily antisemitism and feels a responsibility to speak out.
- The incident is still under investigation and state laws may apply harsher punishments if the crime is bias-related.
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