London Sees 110,000 at “Unite the Kingdom” Rally Amid Political Unrest.
London, UK "Unite the Kingdom" rally, today with 110,000 protesters. Counter-protest, the March Against Fascism, drew about 5,000 protesters.
The protests represent one of the biggest public mobilizations ever to hit the British streets.
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London Sees 110,000 at “Unite the Kingdom” Rally Amid Political Unrest. |
Tommy Robinson declares “Britain Has Finally Awoken.” Far-right activist Tommy Robinson also joined the rally, claiming in a video from the scene, “Britain has finally awoken.
Patriotism is the future, borders are the future.” Robinson referred to the protest as the “biggest in British history” and had said London’s streets were “full of patriots,” telling his followers “the revolution is on.” Historians Describe the Scale as “Extraordinary.” In an announcement today, Dr. Martin Farr, a contemporary lecturer in British history, referred to the protest as “extraordinary” and identified the following contributing factors:
Public frustration with a perceived lack of political progress. Lack of economic growth and widespread dissatisfaction. Perceptions of ineffective governance and revolving-door politicians. Dr.
Farr continued that external observers, especially those in the U.S., see Britain as afflicted by restrictions on free speech and immigration policy, factors that could impact public activism.
Labour Party Leadership Developments. Meanwhile the Labour Party moves forward with its deputy leadership election.
At the same time, Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell are being selected by local parties and trade unions, adding a new twist to political activity at a time of nationwide protests.
Public Opinion and the Path to the Future. Today’s events show a tangle of political activism, economic frustration and public mood that has defined modern Britain.
And with more people pulling out and politicians facing mounting criticism the next few months will be an important chapter in the nation’s political story. Keywords: Unite the Kingdom. Tommy Robinson; London protest; Labour deputy leadership; UK politics; March Against Fascism; demonstrations in Britain