‘Different rules apply!’ | Fury over ‘bigoted fringe’ left-wing comments on Ann Widdecombe

Following the tragic death of former politician Ann Widdecombe, a storm of controversy has erupted over the response from a 'bigoted fringe' on the left-wing side of politics. While Devon and Cornwall police investigate the murder of the 78-year-old, the initial reaction on social media has left the public and commentators alike in absolute shock. Tom Slater, the editor of Spiked Online, joins to dissect the disturbing 'misanthropy and intolerance' that surfaced immediately following the news of her passing. From shocking headlines by the Socialist Worker and immediate criticism by high-profile activists to bizarre television commentary regarding her private life, Slater argues that a double standard heavily dictates how right-wing figures are treated upon their deaths. 0:00 - Police Investigation Details Into the Murder of Ann Widdecombe 0:22 - Spiked Online Editor Tom Slater Joins the Broadcast 0:45 - Mourning a Lost Era of Principled Politicians 2:08 - The Importance of Civil Discourse and Toleration Across Differences 4:01 - Shocking Left-Wing Social Media Responses Following Her Death 5:13 - Double Standards and Unseemly Broadcaster Commentary Exposed 6:02 - The Contrast of the Alternative 'Be Kind' Platforms 7:41 - Platforms of 'Progressive' Hypocrisy and Doubling Down 8:43 - The Failure of Contemporary Political Culture to Recognise Basic Humanity 10:09 - The Real-World Danger of Treating Words and Opinions as Violence #annwiddecombe #ukpolitics #socialmedia #comments #reformuk #gbnews Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWS Become a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend