All articles tagged with #far left
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Star Tribune
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey secured a third term despite being vulnerable, largely due to the far left's support for a radical challenger, Omar Fateh, which ultimately backfired as moderate voters favored Frey and his more centrist approach.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by DW
US President Donald Trump has officially designated Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, citing its violent and anarchist activities aimed at overthrowing the government, though experts note the movement's lack of formal structure and the legal challenges in such a classification.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times
France's leftist alliance faces turmoil as the far-left faction suspends negotiations, causing significant political tension within the coalition.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Comedian Bill Maher defended himself against critics who claim he has changed, arguing that it is the left that has shifted its stance on various issues. In an interview with CNN's Fareed Zakaria, Maher criticized far-left ideas on gender, race, and free speech, while also condemning the Republican Party and Donald Trump. Maher emphasized that his views remain consistent with "old school liberal" values and expressed concern over young men's declining communication skills with women.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
The House of Representatives' votes on reaffirming Israel's right to exist and condemning Hamas revealed division within the far-left "Squad." Representatives Rashida Tlaib and Cori Bush were the only members of the group who did not vote in favor of the resolutions. Tlaib voted "present" on the Israel resolution, while Bush did not vote on either resolution. Tlaib's past refusal to condemn the Hamas attack drew criticism, and the House recently censured her for promoting false narratives and calling for the destruction of Israel.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Daily Beast
The far-left's explicit support for Hamas and their antisemitic messaging is damaging the progressive movement. By siding with terrorists and dismissing the murder of Israeli civilians, these activists are not only morally wrong but also undermining left-wing policy goals, including the cause for Palestinian self-determination. Their divisive behavior and performative activism alienate potential allies and hinder progress. The far-left must recognize the damage they have done and prioritize empathy and coalition-building over ego-driven outrage.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Up to five small parties, three on the far right and two on the far left, could reach the 3% support needed to enter Parliament in Greece's repeat elections on Sunday. This could complicate the legislative process over the next four years and sap the majority of the center-right New Democracy party. The far-right Elliniki Lysi and newcomer Niki are the likeliest of the fringe parties to win representation, while the two far-left parties are splinter groups that left the main opposition Syriza party.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
Far-left protesters clashed with police in Leipzig, Germany, leaving 50 officers and an unknown number of protesters injured. The protests were in response to the sentencing of Lina E. to five years and three months in prison for participating in attacks on neo-Nazis and other extremists. The planned demonstration was banned by the city of Leipzig, but around 1,500 protesters showed up despite the ban. Some politicians criticized the police's approach to the protesters, while others denounced the violent actions of some protesters.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Petrol bombs, also known as molotov cocktails, have become a symbol of dissent in Greece during recent protests demanding accountability from the government after a deadly train crash. The petrol bomb is a cheap, easy-to-make weapon that has been used by protesters of all ideological stripes in Greece, but is more commonly used by the far left. While leftist violence is more frequent and unpredictable, far-right violence remains more dangerous, with far-right perpetrators preferring human targets.