Whilst Reform are the most far right party in the UK, to exclude them from a summit on respect and language… is disrespectful. The Tories are chosing not to go either. These two actions suggest that small-c conservative voters lack respect in effect from those that are attending and risks alienating them further imo
Our democratic institutions are increasingly being threatened by the technology landscape, giving rise to these fringe cultures also. I want to see tech people invited to this summit, not just politicians who are all too often being directed themselves by the algorithm and reacting to what is being pushed
Anyway, happy Monday
Fascists annoyed that they weren’t invited to an antifascist summit. Get fucked Nigel.
I’m not sure how the Tories choosing not to go suggests conservative voters are not respected? Maybe not respected by the Tories?
But in all honesty the whole thing is political grandstanding on all sides and a waste of time.
Yes, tory MSPs in effect refusing to engage on behalf of their voters is a disrespectful look. And is likely to drive them further right imo. I also agree on the talking shop aspect, Holyrood has the authority to legislate on matters around hate speech, and election materials for itself and councils.
A multiparty approach to issues like these is desirable. In order for Holyrood to act in this manner it needs cross party support. These ‘talking shop’ events can be catalysts to bring about change.