Germany
— Germany's Constitution safeguards democracy amid the AfD’s electoral rise. Despite fragmentation and economic challenges, the Constitution, federalism, and coalition governance limit threats, preventing a return to authoritarianism.
Far-Right Riots 2024
— Could electoral reform from the First Past the Post system to Proportional Representation reduce extremism and strengthen democracy by addressing grievances and creating a more representative political system in Britain?
Far-Right Riots 2024
— Middle-aged people, often overlooked in discussions on radicalisation, are increasingly drawn into extremism through online misinformation. This group’s vulnerability, due to limited digital literacy and misinformation exposure, has been highlighted by recent riots.
US Politics
— Wisconsin Pastor Matthew Trewhella campaigns against abortion, gun laws, and the US government, using his affable demeanour and religious arguments to gain influence. Once a fringe figure, he is now courted by mainstream Republicans.
UK Politics
— The UK government’s new extremism definition, aimed at curbing violence and intolerance, raises concerns. It is non-statutory, potentially politicised, lacks clarity on its role in counter-terrorism, and risks targeting specific communities unfairly.
OPINION
— Rishi Sunak tasks Michael Gove to broaden the UK’s extremism definition, potentially encompassing independence campaigners. The move sparks concerns about stifling dissent and targeting groups critical of the government.
Extremism
— We cannot pretend to stand against the far-right while referring to its politics as “legitimate concerns”. We must stand unequivocally by and be in service of every one of the communities at the sharp end of oppression.
