Steven Yaxley-Lennon

Tommy Robinson (born Stephen Christopher Yaxley-Lennon) is a British anti-Muslim and anti-immigration activist. A co-founder of the English Defense League, Robinson believes Islam is a disease and Muslims are invading Europe. He works closely with other trans-national anti-Muslim activists and organizations, including PEGIDA.

EDL

Robinson co-founded the EDL in Luton, England in 2009. The group became known for its street demonstrations. In 2010, supporters chanted “Allah is a paedo” which caused the police to break up the EDL rally in the town of Stoke-On-Trent. Elseware, EDL supporters have shouted “Burn the mosque!” Demonstrators at EDL rallies have been recorded giving Roman salutes. In 2010, the Guardian falsly reported that the group planned to “hit racially sensitive areas in attempt to provoke disorder over summer.” It never happened.

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