Hims & Hers CEO walks back praise for anti-Israel protesters after stock drops

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Hims & Hers founder and CEO Andrew Dudum said Sunday that his previous comments offering support for anti-Israel protesters on college campuses were «misconstrued by some» after the company's stock dipped.

In a thread on X, Dudum said he wished to clarify his earlier comments and said he does not support violence, antisemitism or intimidation.

«The last few days have been a disheartening reflection of just how divisive a time we live in,» Dudum began. «I'd like to clarify a few things because my words have been misconstrued by some.»

«I, in no way condone nor support acts or threats of violence, antisemitism, or intimidation and there is absolutely no justification for violence on our campuses,» he continued. «Every student deserves to feel safe without fear of harm or being targeted for who they are. I am deeply saddened that my support for peaceful protest has been interpreted by some as encouraging violence, intimidation, or bigotry of any kind.»

HIMS & HERS STOCK SLIDES AFTER CEO'S PRAISE FOR ANTI-ISRAEL PROTESTERS

The New York Stock Exchange with a Hims & Hers Health, Inc banner is pictured as a person runs past in the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, U.S., January 21, 2021.  (REUTERS / Carlo Allegri / Getty Images)

This comes after Dudum, whose company provides telehealth services and prescription medication for issues such as hair loss, erectile dysfunction and skin problems, said Wednesday that demonstrators' future employment is not as important as standing up for the cause they believe in.

«Moral courage > College degree If you're currently protesting against the