TRIGGERnometry An Honest Conversation With Tommy Robinson
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Aug 10, 2025 
In a gripping conversation, Tommy Robinson, a controversial British activist and co-founder of the English Defence League, shares his tumultuous journey through activism. He reflects on his childhood in multicultural Luton and the fiery tensions surrounding cultural identity. Robinson dives into his encounters with extremism, the complexities of football culture, and the challenges of being a citizen journalist. He also discusses incendiary topics like societal perceptions of Islam, ethnic nationalism, and the impact of demographic shifts on Britain's future.
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Growing Up In Luton
- Tommy grew up in Luton, a town that transformed from one mosque to 45 and huge demographic change.
- That early environment framed his lifelong activism and sense of urgency about local problems.
Cousin Groomed And Failed By Authorities
- Tommy recounts his cousin being groomed and raped at 14 by multiple men in Bury Park.
- He describes how victims were treated by police and the community, which fuelled his activism.
Militant Organising In Plain Sight
- Tommy describes discovering Al-Muhajiroun and watching them openly recruit for jihad in Luton.
- He says the group publicly promoted sending fighters to Iraq and Afghanistan without being stopped.
