

Starmer Pledges “Standing Army” of Cops After Weekend of Racist Riots
Aug 5, 2024
Guests Tommy Robinson, a controversial far-right activist, political commentator Michael Walker, and activist Ash Sarkar delve into the recent wave of far-right riots in the UK. They discuss the government's proposed 'standing army' of police to combat the unrest and the troubling rise in racial violence against minority communities. The conversation explores the media's role in shaping perceptions of immigration and racism, alongside political responses that often perpetuate division. The trio critically analyze societal reactions and the implications for the future.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Rising Tensions: Racism and Riots in the UK
03:20 • 16min
Asylum Seekers and Local Outrage in Tamworth
19:05 • 9min
Confronting Mob Violence and Policing Discrepancies
28:18 • 7min
Far-Right Unrest in Britain: Social Media and Racism
35:13 • 12min
Media, Immigration, and Political Discourse
47:19 • 12min
Racism and Immigration: A Complex Debate
59:46 • 3min