Councillor Madeleine Johansson revealed a significant internal debate within People Before Profit regarding a potential coalition with Sinn Féin. This shift is causing activists to moderate their socialist rhetoric, which Johansson argues alienates the working-class base. She indicated that the party's efforts to gain broader, white-collar support could leave working-class people vulnerable to far-right ideologies. Approximately 40 members from the "Red Network" are departing due to disagreements over the party's direction, emphasizing the need for transparency and integrity in socialist politics to counter mainstream corruption.
Councillor Madeleine Johansson, who represents People Before Profit, highlighted an internal debate about the party's potential coalition with Sinn Féin, expressing concerns about watering down socialism for broader electoral appeal.
The departure of the "Red Network" from People Before Profit underlines rising tensions within the party, as they argue mainstream parties compromise their values to attract a middle-class electorate.
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