Conservatives in Opposition Flashcards

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Rivers of Blood

A

Speech made by Enoch Powell in 1968 that generated support from racist voters. Violence against black and brown people also intensified as a result.

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How many letters did Powell receive after Rivers of Blood?

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110 000 but only 2300 were disapproving.

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