Malala Under Fire for Joining Forces with Hillary Clinton on ‘Suffs’ Musical

In the aftermath of the premiere of the Broadway musical “Suffs,” co-produced by Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai and former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, a wave of backlash has emerged. The musical, which delves into the American women’s suffrage movement, has sparked controversy due to Malala’s association with Clinton, known for her controversial stances, particularly regarding Israel’s conflict with Hamas.

One critic, Mehr Tarar, took to social media to express dismay, stating, “Her theatre collaboration with Hillary Clinton — who stands for America’s unequivocal support for the genocide of Palestinians — is a huge blow to her credibility as a human rights activist.” Another voice of dissent comes from author and academic Nida Kirmani, who described the collaboration as “maddening and heartbreaking.”

Malala’s partnership with Clinton is viewed through the lens of Clinton’s tenure as America’s top diplomat during the Obama administration, which oversaw drone strikes in Pakistan and Afghanistan. These strikes, aimed at targeting Taliban militants, resulted in civilian casualties in Malala’s home region.

Critics have often viewed Malala skeptically, accusing her of promoting a Western feminist and liberal agenda. The collaboration between Malala and Clinton reignites debates about the intersection of activism, politics, and international relations, underscoring the complexities faced by prominent figures in navigating global issues.