‘Deport them all’ Hamilton cardiologist and McMaster professor under fire for comment about pro-Palestine protest
A prominent cardiologist, Dr. Eva Lonn, at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ont. is under review by the university for comments made on social media about pro-Palestinian protests, calling for rallygoers to be deported.
“The post does not align with our values in advancing inclusive excellence or responsibilities as healthcare educators and professionals,” reads an emailed statement from a McMaster University spokesperson. “This matter is being reviewed by the university in alignment with university policies and will be addressed promptly and according to these policies. All parties involved have the right to confidentiality. As such, employment matters are not discussed on a specific case basis.”
Dr. Lonn is the medical director of cardiac health and rehabilitation at McMaster University, as well as a professor of medicine at the university’s medical school. The seasoned medical practitioner commented on a New York Post article on LinkedIn, about a pro-Palestinian protest in Brooklyn, New York, writing “deport them all to where they came from.”
The post was flagged on social media websites and led to Dr. Lonn issuing a public apology on X, formerly known as Twitter, and on LinkedIn.
“I am deeply sorry for the pain my recent comments on social media have caused. Regardless of my intent, the harm inflicted was real and undeniable. I wholeheartedly apologize for my poorly worded and problematic statement,” wrote Dr. Lonn in her public statement, insisting her comments had been made in the “heat of the moment.”
Dr. Lonn said her comments were meant to target protestors using “hurtful” language that supported violence directed toward Jewish people. She said she was unaware of the weight of her words. But, Dr. Lonn’s comments
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