Was Birmingham news anchor’s controversial pro-Hamas quote a mistake or a message?

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April 1, 2026

A Birmingham TV anchor is facing backlash after ending a broadcast with a quote tied to a controversial historical figure.

Station leadership says it was meant to be a positive, thoughtful sign-off, but some aren’t buying it.

So was this an innocent mistake… or something more?

Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

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