Billy Graham statue for U.S. Capitol to be unveiled next week

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41. Graham was associated with several anti-Semitic figures, including Henry Ford and Gerald L.K. Smith.

Allegations of Racism

1950s: Graham reportedly refused to speak at integrated events and preached to segregated audiences. He also defended the practice of segregation, arguing that it was "the best way to handle the race problem."
1960s: During the Civil Rights Movement, Graham was criticized for his slowness to condemn racism and for his association with segregationist politicians. However, he did eventually speak out against racism and in support of civil rights.
1980s: In a 1982 interview, Graham said that he believed black people were "more prone to violence" than white people. He later apologized for this remark, saying that it was "a terrible mistake."

Allegations of Anti-Semitism

1940s: Graham was associated with several anti-Semitic figures, including Henry Ford and Gerald L.K. Smith. He also published articles in his magazine that contained anti-Semitic rhetoric.
1960s: Graham's relationship with Israel improved after the Six-Day War in 1967. He visited Israel several times and spoke out in support of the Jewish state.
1990s: In a 1992 interview, Graham said that he believed the Holocaust was "God's punishment" for the Jewish people. He later apologized for this remark, saying that it was "a terrible mistake."