In today's political landscape, the term "woke" has taken on various meanings and interpretations, sparking heated debates and controversies. But what exactly does it mean, and why are some conservatives using it? The definition of 'woke' changes depending on who you ask. By Kiara Alfonseca. January 23, 2024, 3:05 PM. 3:32...
According to the government, this new definition has been made more “precise”, so individuals or groups that meet the new definition can be targeted and penalized. Michael Gove has named five groups he said would be assessed against a new government definition of extremism. The communities secretary wants 'trailblazer' government departments to pilot a scheme to ban individuals and groups deemed extremist from receiving government funding and meeting officials.
Groups falling under the new definition will be barred from government funding and meeting officials, which has raised concerns about freedom of speech and potential discrimination. Despite warnings from lawyers, the communities secretary wants to use parliamentary privilege to target groups directly, further fueling the debate on the limits of government intervention in political discourse.