heretics. 562. Connor Tomlinson - Prevent Says You’re A Terrorist & Why I’m Against Ethnonationalism
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Aug 11, 2025 Connor Tomlinson, a writer and political commentator, dives into the infiltration of Islamist networks within the UK government. He discusses the controversial Prevent strategy and its effects on public perceptions of Islam. Tomlinson calls for accountability in government crisis management, urging national inquiries into handling terror incidents. He explores tensions surrounding cultural nationalism and the complexities of British identity, emphasizing the need for unity amidst diversity. The conversation is a provocative examination of nationalism, integration, and youth engagement in politics.
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Prevent Redefined Cultural Criticism
- Prevent reclassified 'cultural nationalism' as a right-wing extremist ideology.
- Connor warns this effectively brands mainstream immigration critics as potential terrorists.
State-Steered Post-Attack Messaging
- Connor reveals RICU coordinates post-attack media to protect Islam's reputation.
- He says this coordination has shaped government messaging for over a decade.
Islamism Deprioritised, Far Right Inflated
- Connor says Prevent deprioritised Islamist threats since 2017 and inflated far-right referrals.
- He claims many Islamist cases are classified as 'mixed' and then closed.
