🚨🇬🇧 Let’s talk about Tommy Robinson, the British ‘activist’ Elon Musk recently called a “political prisoner.”
The truth? Robinson is NOT a hero.
He’s a convicted CRIMINAL, a purveyor of HATE, and a DANGEROUS figure fueling Islamophobia in the UK.
Here’s why…
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Tommy Robinson, born Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, founded the English Defence League (EDL), a group infamous for violent, anti-Muslim protests.
Under his leadership, they terrorised Muslim communities, spreading fear and division.
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Robinson isn’t in jail for his views—he’s there for breaking the law… REPEATEDLY!
His latest conviction?
Contempt of court for spreading lies about a Syrian refugee, Jamal Hijazi.
Courts found him guilty of endangering lives and undermining justice.
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But this isn’t his first rodeo. Robinson has been convicted of assault, fraud, and more contempt of court charges.
This pattern shows a man who thrives on chaos, not justice.
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Robinson built his brand on one thing: hating Muslims.
He calls Islam a “disease,” peddles conspiracy theories, and blames Muslims for the world’s problems.
His rhetoric isn’t free speech—it’s dangerous incitement.
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His words have consequences.
When Robinson speaks, violence follows.
His rallies have led to riots, attacks on mosques, and hate crimes.
He doesn’t unite communities—he sets them ablaze…
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Ever wondered who funds his chaos?
Investigations show he’s backed by international groups, including the pro-Israel Middle East Forum, which paid his legal bills.
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Yet, people like Elon Musk now paint him as a victim.
Musk calls him a “political prisoner,” ignoring the harm Robinson has caused.
Does Musk really care about what Robinson says, or do they just have something in common… HATING MUSLIMS?
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Robinson’s story isn’t just about one man.
It’s about the rising tide of hate he represents.
When his lies are amplified, Muslim communities suffer, facing violence and discrimination.
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Tommy Robinson is no political prisoner—he’s a convicted criminal and a DANGEROUS propagandist who thrives on hate.
Let’s not fall for attempts to whitewash his record.
His actions harm communities and divide society.
The fight against hate starts with exposing the truth…
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