Twitch Has Banned Frogan

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Twitch Has Banned Frogan

Key Takeaways

  • Frogan was banned from Twitch for “Targeted Hateful Conduct” involving a controversial Sabra Tier List.
  • The Sabra Tier List was meant as a meme but faced backlash for its perceived antisemitic implications.
  • Some Twitch users believe the platform’s ban on Middle Eastern streamers discussing Palestine is unfair compared to other bans.

As a gamer and long-time follower of the Twitch community, I find myself deeply troubled by the recent turn of events surrounding Frogan (fr0gan). While I’ve always appreciated her outspokenness about current issues and admired her expertise in public health, the latest controversies have left me feeling rather disheartened.

Streamer Frogan, whose username is stylized as fr0gan, has been suspended from Twitch. Recognized for her live gaming broadcasts, the 27-year-old Twitch Partner is not only a skilled gamer but also an expert in public health and an advocate for various social causes, often expressing strong opinions on contemporary matters.

Recently, Frogan has been met with criticism due to a viral Twitch video where she expressed the view that US military members should expect PTSD for their war crimes. Although she later apologized on Twitter for her choice of words, she maintained her belief in the wrongdoings committed against nations such as Palestine and Syria. The controversy deepened when Ethan Klein from H3H3 uploaded a YouTube video titled “Twitch Has a Major Problem,” accusing Frogan and other streamers of Middle Eastern descent for creating a controversial list, the “Sabra Tier List,” during Twitchcon 2024. He claimed that this tier list aimed to demean Jewish people like himself, but Frogan had previously explained that it was intended as a humorous way to assign a “habibi pass.

Following the recent public disputes, I learned that my Twitch account had been temporarily suspended – as announced by Twitter account StreamerBans. I was informed that the reason behind this action was due to “Targeted Hateful Conduct,” a breach of Twitch’s Community Guidelines. As a result, I will be away from streaming for 30 days. Furthermore, according to Zach Bussey, a well-known streaming reporter, it appears that all streamers involved in the Sabra Tier List panel received similar suspensions, based on sources familiar with the situation.

What is the Sabra Tier List and Why Was Frogan Banned?

In summary, Frogan and other Arabic streamers created a tier list called the Sabra Tier List to rank streamers who receive a “habibi pass.” The highest tier is labeled “Arab” and the lowest tier is labeled “Loves Sabra.” Sabra is a well-known brand of dipping sauce, particularly for hummus. Klein, a commentator, suggested that the lower tier could be seen as an anti-Semitic jab related to the conflict in Palestine. Frogan later clarified that this lowest tier was simply meant for people who enjoy low-quality hummus. Notably, these streamers received longer bans for creating this tier list than Asmongold did for his racially charged comments about Palestinians.

It’s worth noting that Sabra, being a product under Strauss Group, has been included in the BDS list. This is due to allegations that Strauss Group has provided financial support to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

Currently, numerous Twitch users have voiced concerns over the platform’s decisions to ban popular Middle Eastern streamers. They claim that Twitch is biased and discriminatory towards these content creators, going so far as to mute them for discussing Palestine during their live streams. It’s also puzzling why Frogan faced penalties for his Sabra Tier List, while Asmongold seemingly received a lenient punishment for his ban, leading to widespread confusion among viewers.

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2024-10-24 05:23