Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry The Rotherham Crisis - Ed West | Maiden Mother Matriarch Episode 119
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Jan 8, 2025 
In this discussion, Ed West, an insightful author known for his works on immigration and conservatism, tackles the Rotherham crisis and its significant political consequences. He delves into the complexities surrounding sexual abuse awareness, societal perceptions of crime, and the influence of media narratives. The conversation also critiques the superficial understanding of multiculturalism among the British middle class and examines the critical role of digital platforms in shaping public discourse and awareness of these pressing issues.
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The Power of Tweets
- A few tweets, including one by Elon Musk, brought the Rotherham issue to international attention.
- Court excerpts and sentencing remarks, while publicly available, were unearthed and shared, sparking outrage.
Sudden Attention on Rotherham
- Louise Perry and Ed West discuss the sudden international attention on the Rotherham abuse scandal.
- They express surprise at this, as it was previously a concern primarily within certain sections of the British right wing.
Scale and Nature of Rotherham Crimes
- While many were aware of sexual abuse in Rotherham, the scale and nature of the crimes were largely unknown.
- Ed West notes that the sheer number of victims and the gruesome details made the story seem unbelievable initially.
