Calmversations s08e20 | England’s Traitorous Elite, with Connor Tomlinson
Nov 29, 2025
Connor Tomlinson, a British commentator and writer, dives into the complexities of identity, politics, and generational divides facing today's youth. He critiques the failures of conservative figures to connect with younger audiences and explores the appeal of provocative personalities like Nick Fuentes. Connor discusses the challenges young white men encounter in identity politics and examines the contradictions within pro-immigration policies. He shares reflections on British identity, the impact of cultural experiences, and the need for more sincere voices in the current discourse.
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Tribal Identity Replaces Boomer Assumptions
- Britain’s young men see tribal identity reasserting itself after multicultural assumptions broke down in school and society.
- Connor Tomlinson argues demographic change made identity politics the primary political axis for Zoomers.
School Days Shaped Tribal Loyalties
- Connor describes his London school forming ethnic and racial friendship blocks rather than purely class-based cliques.
- He recalls benign factionalism that nonetheless taught Zoomers that tribalism is normal.
Double Standard Drives Radicalization
- Young white men are told other groups can play identity politics while any similar self-identification by them is labeled racist.
- This double standard pushes them toward figures who will address their group identity outright.
