Anti-racist Rallies: An Injury to One is an Injury to All!

Members of the Industrial Workers of the World in Ireland took part in anti-racist counter demonstrations in both Derry and Belfast over the weekend.

Several hundred people gathered in city centres to challenge anti-immigration racists mobilising on our streets.

An IWW member spoke following today's actions: "Solidarity actions in both Derry and Belfast show overwhelmingly that we will not tolerate the racist and xenophobic views of a tiny minority. Such views are unacceptable and should never be tolerated in our communities or places of work.

"To those who think they can parade such views on our streets, think again. Fascists will be challenged when and wherever they raise their heads.

"We welcome the trade union movement's increasing involvement in actions such as what we have seen today in both Derry and Belfast. Each of us must recognise that what is needed more than ever, is a zero tolerance approach to racist and/or fascist views and agendas. Our history shows that each of us have a role to play in calling out the hatred and division of our class.

"As the bosses and rich feed off profits and beat the drums of war, they also seek to distract and divide workers. "

Please note: In the coming weeks, there will be further attempts by the far-right to mobilise on the streets to promote their racist agenda. It is up to each of us to organise ourselves now as a union, as a community or with your friends and family to challenge them and their racist agenda. Whenever there is a counter demonstration call, be there to support it. Always remember: No Discussion, No Debate, No Platform!