Misogyny to be treated as extremism by UK government
Extreme misogyny is a form of extremism that the UK government plans to address, according to recent reports. This move highlights the need to recognize and tackle the rising threats of misogyny and its potential to fuel violence and hatred, akin to other forms of extremism. It is a step towards acknowledging the impact of deeply entrenched gender-based discrimination on society as a whole. The need for such measures is underscored by incidents like the Plymouth shooting, where extremist ideologies fueled violence with devastating consequences.
Extremism in any form, be it rooted in misogyny, racism, or other discriminatory beliefs, poses a significant threat to societal harmony.… Continue reading