The article reports on a rise in far-right violence in Brest, France, culminating in a brutal attack on September 20 by a neo-Nazi group that targeted a bar and assaulted patrons. This incident follows a series of attacks, totaling twelve in five months, primarily against left-wing activists and people of color. Despite efforts from the Human Rights League to organize a demonstration against this wave of fascism, tensions have grown within the left, with the local Socialist Party refusing to support anti-fascist actions due to rivalries within political factions. Nonetheless, over 2,000 people demonstrated in opposition to the far right, despite police interference. The article critiques media coverage that often overlooks violence against left-wing activists, highlighting Brest’s historic resistance against autocracy and undemocratic movements.
Fascist Violence in Brest Sparks Police Crackdown on Antifascists and Political Divisions
By xpectafight
