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Racism, Rage, and the Enemy Within
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Northern Ireland erupts in violence after a stabbing, sparking riots, property destruction, and road blockades—condemned by the First Minister as “racist thuggery.” This unrest reveals a troubling pattern: scapegoating migrants and minorities, echoing tactics from “The Troubles,” now shifting focus from religion to race. Far-right rhetoric and online amplification fuel the anger, mirroring Europe-wide right-wing populism. But beneath the surface? Economic despair—poverty and unemployment fuel rage redirected at vulnerable communities. Rooted in colonial history and past conflicts, this cycle of demonizing “the other” continues, weaponizing division for political gain.
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