Ireland, a country often lauded for its progressive stance on global issues, has recently taken a bold step by endorsing the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism. While many conservatives see this as a win in the fight against hate, the decision has ignited a political firestorm in Ireland’s coalition government. The move exposes not just the cracks in Irish politics but also the hypocrisy of left-leaning elites who claim to champion equality and justice.

The IHRA definition includes a key clause: it identifies some forms of anti-Israel rhetoric as antisemitic, particularly when criticism of the Jewish state crosses the line into delegitimization, demonization, or double standards. It’s a necessary framework to combat the rising tide of antisemitism globally. Yet in Ireland, a nation with a long history of vocal criticism of Israel, this decision is being met with outrage from predictable corners. Progressive politicians, activist groups, and media outlets are crying foul, claiming that the definition will silence legitimate criticism of Israeli policies.

Let’s be clear: criticism of Israel is not the issue here. The problem arises when anti-Israel rhetoric morphs into blatant antisemitism. Many of these critics are the same voices that remain silent when Jewish people are attacked in Europe or the U.S., yet they suddenly find their voice when it’s time to condemn Israel. The double standard is glaring, and it’s not just intellectually dishonest—it’s dangerous.

Ireland’s coalition government is feeling the heat. The Green Party, traditionally left-leaning, has expressed deep concerns over the adoption of the IHRA definition. They argue that it could stifle free speech and limit debate on Israel’s actions. But isn’t it ironic that these self-proclaimed champions of free speech have no issue with suppressing conservative voices on other issues, from immigration to gender ideology? The real issue here is not free speech; it’s their inability to handle the truth.

The global rise of antisemitism is well-documented. From attacks on synagogues to the demonization of Jewish people in academia and the media, the trend is alarming. Ireland’s decision to adopt the IHRA definition should be a wake-up call for other nations to follow suit. Yet the backlash underscores a deeper problem: the left’s obsession with intersectionality. In their worldview, Jews—seen as privileged and aligned with the West—don’t fit neatly into their narrative of victimhood. This twisted logic allows antisemitism to flourish under the guise of “social justice.”

The IHRA definition does not silence criticism of Israel; it merely ensures that such criticism does not bleed into hate speech. For instance, questioning Israeli policies is fair game. But accusing Israel of being a Nazi-like regime, denying its right to exist, or holding it to standards not applied to any other nation? That’s not criticism—that’s antisemitism.

Ireland’s decision has sparked a broader conversation that conservatives have been raising for years: the selective outrage and moral inconsistencies of the left. If progressives truly cared about fighting hate, they’d support measures like the IHRA definition. Instead, their reaction reveals a troubling trend: they’re more invested in political posturing than in actual solutions.

It’s time for conservatives across the globe to stand firm in the fight against antisemitism. We can’t allow the left’s hypocrisy to derail efforts to protect Jewish communities and uphold moral clarity. Ireland’s decision is a step in the right direction, but it’s just the beginning. The question now is whether other nations will follow—or whether they’ll cave to the same pressure from those who cry “free speech” only when it serves their agenda.

In this battle, the stakes are high. Antisemitism isn’t just a Jewish problem; it’s a societal one. When hate is allowed to fester, it threatens the very fabric of our shared humanity. The time to act is now.