Mississippi student arrested after alleged antisemitic remarks targeting Dave Portnoy

Anti-Semitism Incidents - A passerby, Patrick Mcccleintoch, allegedly threw coins at Dave Portnoy and made an anti-Semitic remark [2] - The incident occurred outside a pizza shop in Starkville, Mississippi, during one of Portnoy's pizza reviews [1][2] - A poll indicated that nearly 70% of Jewish Americans encounter anti-Semitic content online or on social media at least monthly [4] - An incident at Portnoy's Bar in Philadelphia involved a server bringing a sign with an anti-Semitic message to customers [5] Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports - Dave Portnoy blamed online rhetoric for the rise in anti-Semitic incidents [3] - Portnoy has been described as a polarizing figure, with Barstool's content often criticized as sexist [6] - Portnoy has faced accusations of racially insensitive comments and apologized for spreading fake rumors about a college student [7] - Portnoy defends free speech and stands by most of his past statements, though some may be misconstrued [7][8] - Portnoy recently secured a major deal with Fox Sports and will be a regular contributor to college football coverage [8][9] Legal and Social Repercussions - Patrick Mcccleintoch was arrested and charged with disturbing the peace [3] - Starkville police stated that offensive words alone are protected, but actions that disrupt public events or risk violence will be addressed [9]