“The name ‘Shylock’ derives from the name of the antagonist in William Shakespeare’s ‘The Merchant of Venice.’ Shylock, a Jew, was a ruthless moneylender in the play, and he’s remembered for demanding a ‘pound of flesh’ from the merchant Antonio if he failed to repay a loan.”

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Donald Trump isn’t an erudite or eloquent speaker (no shit), and I didn’t expect him to make any Shakespearean references or allusions when he addressed his MAGA faithful. But the buffoon used the Jewish slur “Shylocks” while referring to unscrupulous bankers during a rally at the Iowa State Fairgrounds meant to celebrate Independence Day.

The low-information crowd didn’t respond (negatively or positively) to the ethnic slur, but I bet the Shakespeare-challenged morons would have erupted in cheers if their orange messiah had used the more commonly known Jewish slur, “kike bankers.”

The ADL condemned Donald Trump for saying “Shylocks”:

“The term ‘Shylock’ evokes a centuries-old antisemitic trope about Jews and greed that is extremely offensive and dangerous. President Trump’s use of the term is very troubling and irresponsible.”

Trump claims he was not familiar with the word “Shylock” being a Jewish slur, says he thought it meant someone who lent money at exorbitant rates.

While it’s true that Trump is functionally illiterate and has probably never even read the CliffsNotes on Shakespeare, the racist pig was aware of the racist connotation.

Trump has appointed people with histories of antisemitism, white supremacy, and Christian nationalism to key positions in his administration.

Of course, Trump hates Jews, just as much as he hates, Blacks, Muslims, Hispanics, Arabs, immigrants of color …

I wish Shylock would eat a pound of Trump’s flesh, namely his brain. Shut him up once and for all!