UnHerd with Freddie Sayers Aris Roussinos: Ethnic conflict has come to Britain
Aug 6, 2024
Aris Roussinos, a columnist for UnHerd, shares compelling insights from the frontlines of recent riots across the UK. He discusses how these civil clashes are rooted in ethnic conflict rather than typical gang violence, drawing parallels to Northern Ireland's historical divisions. Roussinos explores troubling trends, including rising violence against immigrant businesses and the complex dynamics of identity politics. He highlights how demographic shifts and migration policies are fueling unrest, ultimately reshaping the future of British society.
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Irish Riots
- Riots in Dublin followed an attempted murder of school children by an Algerian migrant.
- Protests also occurred in towns with migrant accommodation centers, targeting both migrants and the Irish government.
United Protest
- Protestants and Catholics united in a rare display of cross-sectarian cooperation.
- This unusual alliance protested against immigration in Belfast.
Sinn Féin's Shift
- Sinn Féin, traditionally nationalist, now adopts socially liberal views, causing tension among supporters.
- This shift aligns with similar trends in other European left-wing parties, affecting working-class support.