Ella Whelan, Tom Slater, and Fraser Myers discuss Laurence Fox's sexist comments, the racism of multiculturalism, and the fall of Ibram X Kendi. They also talk about the controversy and calls to shut down GB News, media freedom, the criticism and misunderstanding of multiculturalism, financial difficulties in the Black Lives Matter movement, and the shift in focus from George Floyd's murder to diversity demands and identitarianism.
The backlash against GB News following Lawrence Fox's offensive comments highlights the ongoing tensions between traditional media and new platforms like GB News.
The financial difficulties and lack of tangible results from the Centre for Antiracist Research raise questions about the sustainability and effectiveness of initiatives connected to the Black Lives Matter movement.
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GB News faces backlash and calls for shutdown
GB News, the news channel, is facing criticism and calls for shutdown after presenter Lawrence Fox made offensive comments about a female journalist. While the comments were widely condemned, the incident has brought attention to the broader agenda against GB News itself. Critics see the backlash as an attempt to silence the channel and its perspective, which challenges the mainstream media. The controversy highlights the ongoing tensions between traditional media and new platforms like GB News.
Swell Abramovman's critique of multiculturalism
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The downfall of the Centre for Antiracist Research
The Centre for Antiracist Research, led by Ibram X. Kendi, is facing financial difficulties despite receiving significant funding. The organization has had to lay off staff and has produced minimal research output. The failure of the center raises questions about the sustainability and effectiveness of some initiatives connected to the Black Lives Matter movement. Criticism has focused on the lack of tangible results and the disconnect between high-profile funding and meaningful impact on issues related to racism.
Ella Whelan, Tom Slater and Fraser Myers discuss the fallout from Laurence Fox’s sexist comments, the racism of multiculturalism, and the fall of Ibram X Kendi.
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