Media, Brexit and the Politics of Identity

This chapter examines how media coverage oversimplifies the public sentiment surrounding the Leave vote and immigration, often framing it as xenophobia. It delves into the shifting political landscape in Britain, highlighting the leftward turn of the Labour Party under Jeremy Corbyn and addressing the relationship between multiculturalism and rising anti-Semitism. The discussion also covers misconceptions around Brexit's trade policies and the power dynamics between the UK and the EU during this transformative period.