The more you and the commentariat give Farage and Reform even the hint of legitimacy the more they insinuate their way into the mainstream conversation. You are as much part of the malaise as they are. There are blinding historical precedents. I’m not sure you see that. #avalanchejournalism
I partly agree with you, but what’s the alternative ? Farage & his goons m dominate the BBC & other mainstream media outlets, as well as having effective social media channels that pass many of us by but that hit younger audiences. He is popular across demographics. Should Bush etc just ignore him?
Meanwhile big social media platforms such as Facebook continue their lurch to the right, filling feeds with xenophobic and blatantly racist material. Everyone is talking about flags due to the success of the BNP fuelled Operation Raise the Colours.
Farage has already won in the minds and hearts of many people.
There might be a reason for that! He’s platformed 24 hours a day by people who should recognise the dangers, but don’t seem to.