Omar Hassan responds to Tom Tanuki’s critique of his article advocating for focus and unity on the Left amidst rising Far-Right threats. He appreciates the need for serious political debate but remains unconvinced by Tanuki’s support for black bloc tactics. Both agree on the seriousness of the Far-Right and the need to oppose police repression, as well as the distraction caused by violent confrontations during protests.
Hassan argues that the Far-Right is now an entrenched part of capitalism, with examples seen globally and in Australia. He stresses that effective resistance requires a mass movement of anti-racists and anti-fascists, rather than divisive tactics like black bloc, which he believes undermine broader mobilization efforts. He critiques the ineffectiveness of such approaches and emphasizes the importance of building inclusive movements that can draw in new activists.
Ultimately, Hassan calls for retired black bloc tactics, advocating instead for community engagement and the strengthening of worker-led unions to effectively combat Far-Right ideologies and protect public spaces.
