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How a pundit’s critique of antifa enables racist thugs
CUPW president explains why fighting back against racism and fascism is the right thing to do
September 15 2017

In a recent piece at the National Post, Rex Murphy identifies antifa as the contemporary face of Canadian fascism. But this week's guest thinks that Murphy’s comments against the anti-fascist activists are despicable, and that his position provides political cover for racist thugs.

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In this conversation Mike Palecek, President of the Canadian Union of Postal Employees, explains why fighting back against racism and fascism is the right thing to do.

  • Rex Murphy’s comments about anti-fascists are despicable

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