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Bradford Literature Festival | Talk

Culture Wars & Cancel Culture

5 Jul 2025

16:30 - 17:30

Bradford Live

Join Ash Sarkar and Michael Chessum for a powerful conversation on the complexities and contradictions within contemporary leftist politics.  

From the rise of cancel culture and wokeism to the increasing fragmentation of progressive movements, Sarkar and Chessum will explore why political progressivism seems to falter in the face of cultural and social change.  

Drawing on their expertise in activism and political thought, shethey will discuss how ideological purity, social media dynamics, and generational divides have reshaped the left’s ability to effect meaningful change.  

This event offers an essential critique of today’s political landscape and a look towards its future. 

Age Guidance
12+ (age restriction)

Ticket Information

General £7

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Venue Details

Bradford Live

1, Thornton Road, Bradford, England, BD1 2EP, United Kingdom,

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