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Farage Sparks Outrage Over Anti-Same-Sex Marriage Remarks

7/5/2025

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Farage Sparks Controversy

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, ignited controversy during an LBC phone-in by denouncing the legalization of same-sex marriage as "wrong." He expressed disbelief at David Cameron's choice, insisting civil partnerships were enough. His comments have drawn fierce criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates, especially as Reform UK gains momentum ahead of the upcoming election.

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Farage Critiques Starmer

Reform UK stumbled in recent council by-elections, surrendering two seats they had claimed just months earlier. Their decline is fueled by resignations and growing public discontent. In a twist, Nigel Farage took aim at Labour leader Keir Starmer, as a new socialist party led by Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn threatens to shake up Labour's support.

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Farage Sparks Controversy

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, ignited controversy during an LBC phone-in by denouncing the legalization of same-sex marriage as "wrong." He expressed disbelief at David Cameron's choice, insisting civil partnerships were enough. His comments have drawn fierce criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates, especially as Reform UK gains momentum ahead of the upcoming election.

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