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Nesrine Malik

Guardian columnist and writer for The Long Wave newsletter, focusing on global affairs and the impact of US foreign aid.

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May 16, 2025 • 29min

‘An island of strangers’: is this the Labour party voters wanted?

Nesrine Malik, a Guardian columnist known for her sharp insights on politics, expresses her dismay at Labour's recent shift on immigration policy. She discusses the implications of Keir Starmer's speech and reflects on the mixed reactions from Labour MPs. The conversation highlights the party's growing disconnect with traditional supporters and the identity crisis it faces. Malik critiques the harsh turn in rhetoric and policies, emphasizing the disillusionment among voters who once believed in progressive change.
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Aug 18, 2024 • 50min

The UK's pogroms and resurgent Islamophobia w/ Nesrine Malik

Nesrine Malik, a Guardian columnist and author of *We Need New Stories*, delves into the recent wave of Islamophobia and racist violence in the UK following the tragic Southport stabbings. She discusses how the language used to describe these events can obscure the racial and religious dimensions involved. Malik also highlights the role of right-wing media in fueling divisive narratives, the importance of solidarity with Palestine in anti-fascist movements, and critiques the political climate's complicity in enabling such violence.
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Feb 13, 2025 • 23min

What Trump’s assault on USAid means for the world

Nesrine Malik, a Guardian columnist focusing on global affairs, sheds light on the ramifications of Trump's suspension of USAID. She discusses the humanitarian crisis in regions like Sudan and the dire conditions in Rohingya refugee camps due to lost funding. Malik highlights the critical role of USAID in healthcare and education, emphasizing how a proposed 40% aid cut could jeopardize lives. Additionally, she explores the agency's strategic importance in U.S. foreign policy and the potential power vacuum that could allow adversaries to expand their influence.

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