How Hillary Laid the Foundations for Donald Trump’s Popular Neo-Fascism
As Trump hires a far right Breitbart executive to his campaign Ash Sarkar looks at how his brand of populist racism is built on the Liberal policies of the Clintons.
Tag: fascism
From Apathy to Outrage: Why Political Corruption Matters to the Left
Sunday Long Read: Corruption has been a long-standing feature of British democracy, and the rallying cry of populists throughout history. In light of the recent election expenses scandal, what does this mean for the left?
Against ‘Integration’
Ash Sarkar looks at recent comments by Professor Ted Cantle on segregation in the UK and explains why 'Integration' is a flawed and oppressive approach to understanding race.
The Choices Are Awful, But We Have To Vote To Stay In The EU
Eleanor Penny explains why Britain needs to remain in the EU despite it's structural racism and lack of democracy.
Antifascists on the Front Foot as Neo-Nazis Return to Dover
Undeterred by their embarrassing day out in January, fascists are once again holding an anti-immigration demonstration in Dover this weekend. Antifascists, led by Kent Anti-Racism Network, are staging a ‘No Neo-Nazis in Dover’ counter-demonstration.
The Ascent of Fascists in Slovakia Should Set Alarm Bells Ringing Across Europe
Once a party of obscurity, Ľudová strana Naše Slovensko (People's Party-Our Slovakia) gained 8% in recent elections. Far from your average far-right fearmongers, LSNS claims political descent from the perpetrators of the Holocaust.
We Need to Build a Wall… and we’ll make them pay for it
In times of crisis it's easy to propose simplistic solutions to complicated problems - but Aaron Bastani has an idea which he thinks could actually put an end to all the worlds woes - and it wouldn't even cost us any money!
Post-Dover: 5 Reflections on Antifascism Today
Last weekend saw one of the most ugly fascist street mobilisations since the 1980s. Assorted fascists and neo-Nazis descended on Dover from across the country to capitalise on the European border crisis, only to be outnumbered and humiliated by antifascists.
Post-Dover: 5 Things Antifascists Can Learn from a Motorway Services in Kent
Last weekend saw one of the most ugly fascist street mobilisations since the 1980s. Assorted fascists and neo-Nazis descended on Dover from across the country to capitalise on the European border crisis, only to be outnumbered and humiliated by antifascists.
4 Reasons to Stand Up to Fascism in Dover
On 30 January fascists will once again head to Dover to call for the UK's borders to be closed to refugees. A counter-demonstration is being organised and people are encouraged to come from across the country to show their opposition.
Interview: Opposing the Far-Right in Dover
On 30 January, fascists and assorted racists will descend on the port town of Dover. We interviewed an activist from the Anti-Fascist Network about community-based antifascism and developments among the far-right.
Meet the Key Players in the Golden Dawn Trial
The high-profile trial of over 70 Golden Dawn members, including sitting MPs, has been delayed today. A defendant turned up without a lawyer, forcing the court to adjourn, and two witnesses were assaulted by Golden Dawn members on their way to the trial.
Free Speech, Racism and #JeSuisCharlie
On this week's show Aaron Bastani and James Butler discuss events surrounding Charlie Hebdo and the future of freedom of expression in Europe.
Immigration and Fortress Europe
On this week's show James Butler and Aaron Bastani discuss undocumented migration in 21st Century Europe.
UKIP Rise Continues, End of Op Mare Nostrum
Aaron Bastani on the continuing success of UKIP and the decision made by the UK gov't this week to defund a life-saving migrant rescue operation in the Mediterranean Sea.
6 Considerations on Rotherham, Racism and the Right
Alexis Jay's damning inquiry exposing a covered-up 16 year long child sexual exploitation ring affecting 1400 children has rocked Rotherham council, South Yorkshire police and the Labour party. The far-right's response has apparently thrown the town into turmoil and commentators across the spectrum are continuing to debate the (de)merits of political correctness, multiculturalism and whether the abusers were 'real Muslims' or not. Here are six considerations on racism, class and the far-right.
Interview: Aderonke Apata
Aderonke Apata on her experience in Yarl's Wood detention centre.
European Elections 2014: Far Right Breakthrough?
On this week's show Aaron Bastani and James Butler discuss this year's European elections. Is a breakthrough for the European far-right on the horizon and will it terminally undermine the European project?