"Chris Parry described members of Shomrim as 'cosplayers' and likened them to 'Islamists on horseback,' which drew widespread condemnation and led to his suspension from Reform UK."
"Shomrim, a volunteer group that safeguards communities, was targeted by Parry's comments, which were made shortly after an arson attack on a Jewish charity's ambulances."
"Rabbi Herschel Gluck, president of Shomrim, stated that Parry's comments reflect a level of bias and ignorance, especially for someone aspiring to be a mayor."
Chris Parry, a mayoral candidate for Reform UK, was suspended after making derogatory comments about Shomrim, a Jewish neighbourhood watch group. He referred to them as 'cosplayers' and compared them to 'Islamists on horseback.' His comments followed an arson attack on ambulances run by a Jewish charity. Shomrim's president criticized Parry's remarks as ignorant and biased. Reform UK announced the suspension pending investigation, and Parry expressed confusion about the situation when contacted for comment.
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