The Current Thing Is England Heading for Civil War? - Beau Dade
Aug 25, 2025
Beau Dade, a political commentator from The Lotus Eaters, dives into the turbulent political landscape of England. He explores historical parallels that hint at a potential civil war and discusses the significance of a recent flag-raising movement. Dade also shares insights from his brief time with Reform UK, critiques the rise of the 'woke right,' and highlights the infighting on the political right. His reflections on changing demographics and cultural identity add depth to the conversation on societal tensions in contemporary Britain.
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Modern Britain As A Pre-Revolutionary Moment
- Beau Dade sees modern Britain in a pre-revolutionary mold with many historical parallels and recurring patterns.
- He compares current pressures to invasions like the Vikings and moments where factions must unite against existential threats.
Likely Low‑Intensity Sectarian Conflict
- Beau argues large-scale civil unrest is increasingly likely and may be unavoidable.
- He expects a low-intensity, sectarian conflict akin to Northern Ireland, Lebanon, or the Yugoslav wars rather than classical set-piece battles.
Expect Chaos, Not Predictable Battleplans
- Beau avoids precise predictions but acknowledges sabotage of infrastructure is plausible in unrest.
- Prepare mentally for chaotic, unpredictable tactics rather than neat, textbook scenarios.