Unmasking the Past: Former Classmate Accuses Nigel Farage of Racism

A Jewish ex-classmate of Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform UK, claims Farage is being ”fundamentally dishonest” regarding allegations of his racist behavior during their time at Dulwich College in the late 1970s. Peter Ettedgui recalls Farage making antisemitic remarks, such as ”Hitler was right” and ”gas them”, directed specifically at him. In response to these allegations, which have sparked renewed media attention, Farage denied ever being directly racist and expressed anger at the accusations. He described the claims as desperate attempts by political opponents, stating that it was inappropriate to dredge up events from almost half a century ago.

Ettedgui’s memories of the attacks are vivid, emphasizing the personal impact of the comments due to his family’s Holocaust history. He rebuts Farage’s claim that he can’t recall the events accurately due to their age, arguing that trauma from abuse is unforgettable. He categorically denies any political motivation behind his testimony, stating his disgust at the idea of Farage potentially becoming Prime Minister.

While some former students remember Farage differently, corroborations from other classmates support Ettedgui’s claims. Notably, Jean-Pierre Lihou recalls specific antisemitic comments made by Farage. In the wake of these resurfacing allegations, criticism from public figures has been mounting, underscoring calls for Farage to take responsibility for his past words and apologize. Lord John Mann, an adviser on antisemitism, condemns Farage’s dismissive attitude toward the allegations, advocating for honesty and accountability from public figures.