Dominique Bailey

Common sense is a virtue. Earth needs more compassionate people. Not loyal to one party; just passionate for us to be doing what is morally & ethically right

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as we have seen and learned has happened repeatedly throughout the existence of human civilisation.

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anti-Muslim, and anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments have all grown significantly over the past year, fueled by misinformation, economic uncertainty, and divisive rhetoric. A 2023 YouGov poll found that nearly 45% of respondents hold some prejudiced views about minority groups—

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others perspectives because they don’t have to face the daily struggles that others go through, I genuinely hope as a society we don’t have to “learn a dangerous and costly lesson” before history continues to repeat itself again and again

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with reports of violence and hostility on the rise. Behind these figures are real people—families, children, neighbors—who face hostility just for who they are.

Recent surveys from organizations like the Anti-Defamation League and YouGov reveal that anti-Black, anti-Asian,

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I was holding off from posting anything related to this, however, I cannot seem to carry out daily life without seeing or hearing something which construes discriminatory behaviour towards people who have differences to themselves.

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The rise in hate crimes is deeply troubling. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), hate crimes increased by 37% in the year ending March 2023 compared to the previous year. Attacks motivated by ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation have all surged,

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This often surprises those who believe benefits mainly go to minorities, but it underscores that most hardship affects the majority community. Scapegoating minorities only fuels division and distracts from the real issues we face.

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Borders are just lines drawn in the sand; what unites us is our shared humanity and the stories we carry.

On social and economic support, the latest government data from 2023 shows that around 86% of welfare claimants in the UK are white British.

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We have a shared history as a nation of migrants, explorers, and diverse communities. Recent genetic studies show that over 80% of people living in the UK carry haplogroups from Africa, Asia, or the Middle East—proof of centuries of interconnected histories.

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To me being a patriot isn’t about blindly supporting the status quo or borders on the map. True patriotism is about looking after those around us, no matter their colour, creed, religion, or sexuality. It’s about fostering a society where everyone feels safe, valued and respected

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We’ve seen this pattern before—when discriminatory laws are introduced or hate crimes spike, it’s not just targeted communities that suffer; it’s everyone.

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As a same-sex couple raising a child, I see how political parties and leaders often thrive on creating division and fear to gain power. Historically, whenever society turns against minorities or marginalized groups, our own rights and freedoms are at risk.

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I understand how hurtful and damaging discrimination can be. While I am grateful to live in a time where I have rights that previous generations fought for—rights that many still fight to protect—I cannot help but worry about what the future holds for my family.

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religious, or minority backgrounds—people who, like all of us, deserve respect, dignity, and kindness.

As a queer person who has experienced prejudice firsthand, and see other friends worry about simply being themselves in society despite them posing no threat to anyone,

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From as long as I can remember I have held a deep belief that every human life has intrinsic value, regardless of where someone was born, their background, or who they love. It genuinely sickens me to see the rising tide of hatred and prejudice directed at those from ethnic,