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Chris Williamson: Labour Antisemitism Apology Comments

Washington, New York, United States
PoliticsAntisemitismControversyPublic SpeakingParty Politics
Background

In February 2019, British politician Chris Williamson made controversial comments at a Momentum event in Sheffield, stating that the Labour Party had "done more to combat antisemitism and other forms of racism than any other political party" and had been "too apologetic" in its handling of antisemitism allegations. This sparked a backlash and led to Williamson being suspended from the Labour Party, though he was later reinstated and then suspended again amid ongoing criticism of the party's response. The case highlighted the ongoing tensions within the Labour Party over how to address allegations of antisemitism.

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Statement by Chris Williamson
CChris Williamson
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“The party that has done more to combat antisemitism and other forms of racism than any other political party has been... too apologetic.
Context: Williamson made these comments at a Momentum event in Sheffield, defending the Labour Party's handling of antisemitism allegations. This occurred during a period when the Labour Party under Jeremy Corbyn was facing intense scrutiny over its handling of antisemitism complaints and investigations into party members.

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Published October 3, 2025

Last edited February 12, 2026

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