TRIGGERnometry Britain Has Never Been a "Nation of Immigrants". But It Will Be Soon. - Konstantin Kisin
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Jun 10, 2025 Konstantin delves into Britain's complex relationship with immigration, asserting it has never truly been a 'nation of immigrants.' He discusses a report predicting that by 2079, immigrants and their descendants will be the majority. The conversation shifts to historical trends, urban demographic changes, and the political landscape shaped by Brexit. Konstantin critiques how dissent around immigration is often labeled negatively, raising important questions about national identity and social integration.
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Historical Low Immigration in Britain
- Britain has historically had a very low foreign-born population, often around 1-2% for centuries.
- Significant immigration only began in the 19th century and remained a small percentage of the total population until recent times.
Natives Built Britain's Glory
- Immigrants have played a small but limited role in building Britain historically.
- Britain's peak as a global power was largely due to its native population, not immigrants.
Britain Becoming Nation of Immigrants
- Britain has never been genuinely a "nation of immigrants" like the U.S.
- Yet London today has over 40% foreign-born residents, making it increasingly immigrant-dominated.