
Has the English flag been co-opted by the far-right? | Politics with Anoosh Chakelian
The New Statesman: politics and culture
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The Politics of the St George's Cross
This chapter examines the use of the St George's Cross in asylum hotel protests, revealing its role as a symbol of political movement rather than just national pride. It analyzes the complexities of English identity amidst the changing political landscape, addressing how perceptions of the flag intersect with issues of patriotism, immigration, and cultural change.
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