MP Jo Cox Murdered: Thoughts & Condolences to Family

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In summary: There have been a number of cases recently of people who have been caught with neo-Nazi materials, and it's really worrying that some people are still trying to justify the views of these groups.
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Jo Cox, Member of Parliament for Batley and Spen, was murdered yesterday:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36553318

She was by all accounts a great politician, truly caring for her constituents. Some witness accounts allege that her murderer shouted "put Britain first", possibly linking them to the far-right Britain First movement.

My thoughts go out to her husband and two children :(
 
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It's been reported that the murderer bought several books from a US neo-nazi group, including a manual explaining how to build homemade guns and explosives.
Courtesy of the Guardian:
The man arrested over the killing of the MP Jo Cox bought books from a US-based neo-Nazi group, including guides on how to build homemade guns and explosives, according an anti-hate campaign group in the US.

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) published receipts that appeared to show Thomas Mair bought, among other books, a manual on how to make a homemade pistol from the National Alliance.

The receipts, some of which date back to the 1990s, showed Mair spent more than $620 (£436) on literature from the group, which advocates the creation of an all-white homeland and the eradication of Jewish people.

He bought books that instructed readers on the “chemistry of powder & explosives”, “incendiaries”, and a work called Improvised Munitions Handbook. The handbook included detailed instructions on constructing a pipe pistol using parts available in DIY stores.

Receipted items also included Ich Kampfe, an illustrated handbook issued to members of the Nazi party in 1942.
 
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Why are there some people who have so stubbornly failed to respond to decades of social conditioning to the effect that NAZI = BAD? Centuries of warfare, suffering, and genocide, and people still think that European nationalism is in any way a good thing?
 
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Because some people just don't want to conform to our rules and ways of living! the guy that was caught was a neo-Nazi and had weopon building guides and how to make explosives
 

What happened to MP Jo Cox?

MP Jo Cox was tragically killed in a shooting and stabbing attack in Birstall, West Yorkshire on June 16, 2016.

Who was responsible for the murder of MP Jo Cox?

The attacker, Thomas Mair, was found guilty of her murder and was sentenced to life in prison without parole.

How did the public react to the news of MP Jo Cox's death?

The news of MP Jo Cox's death was met with shock, grief, and condemnation from people across the UK and around the world. Many people held vigils and tributes to honor her memory.

What was MP Jo Cox known for in her career?

MP Jo Cox was a member of the UK's Labour Party and was known for her advocacy for human rights and social justice causes. She was also a vocal supporter of the UK remaining in the European Union.

What is being done to remember MP Jo Cox's legacy?

After her death, the Jo Cox Foundation was established to continue her work and promote the causes she was passionate about. Every year on June 16, people around the world participate in The Great Get Together, a celebration of community and togetherness in honor of MP Jo Cox's belief that "we have more in common than that which divides us."

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