Racist Threats Against Veteran MP Diane Abbott Spark Outrage, Concerns Over Racism and Safety
• Diane Abbott, the first Black female MP, recently faced racist threats from a top Conservative party donor, causing outrage.
• Abbott has faced high levels of racist and sexist abuse throughout her long political career.
• The comments have sparked a debate about racism in UK politics more broadly.
• There are concerns for Abbott's safety, as violence against politicians, though rare, has happened.
• The remarks have increased pressure on the Labour party to welcome Abbott back after her suspension in 2023.