Conservatorii din Regatul Unit apără desemnarea unui fost neonazist drept candidat în alegerile locale

The leader of the UK Conservative Party defended the candidacy of a former convicted neo-Nazi, claiming he has been rehabilitated and can help combat antisemitism. Joshua Bonehill-Paine, previously sentenced for racially aggravated harassment, is running for a local council position in Somerset. Kemi Badenoch acknowledged his past actions but emphasized his potential contributions to local governance. Despite this, Jewish groups have condemned his candidacy, and concerns about rising antisemitism in the UK persist. Critics argue that Bonehill-Paine's history makes him unsuitable for public office, highlighting the complexities of addressing antisemitism within political parties.