Faiza Shaheen

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Labour Drama: Faiza Shaheen's Turbulent Journey and Political Fallout

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Discover the shocking twists in Faiza Shaheen's Labour journey and the party's controversial decisions. #LabourDrama #FaizaShaheen #PoliticalFallout

Faiza Shaheen, a prominent figure in Labour politics, has recently faced a series of setbacks that have stirred controversy within the party and among voters. From being blocked as a Labour candidate to considering running as an independent against former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith, Shaheen's political journey has been tumultuous.

The replacement of Faiza Shaheen with Shama Tatler, a member of the Jewish Labour Movement, has raised eyebrows and added fuel to the already heated debate within Labour circles. The decision has sparked discussions about party loyalty, inclusivity, and the influence of pro-Israel organizations on candidate selection.

The saga took a bizarre turn when anti-Israel graffiti was plastered on a London Labour office following Shaheen's deselection. The incident highlighted the deeply divisive nature of the party's internal politics and the challenges faced by candidates with differing stances on international issues.

Despite being purged by Labour's leaders, Faiza Shaheen continues to garner support from hundreds of individuals, showcasing a strong base of followers who believe in her cause. Her removal from the Chingford and South Woodford constituency has not dampened her spirit, leaving a lingering question on the party's values and future direction.

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White male MPs make mistakes and are mostly forgiven. Not so ... (The Guardian)

It's hard to escape the conclusion that, in its pursuit of power, Labour is willing to abandon women like me, says journalist Shaista Aziz.

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Faiza Shaheen has been badly let down by Labour – as have voters (The Guardian)

Letters: Readers reflect on the treatment of the blocked Labour candidate and wonder what it means for the direction of the party.

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Blocked Labour candidate Faiza Shaheen 'considering standing in ... (The Independent)

Had been set to run against former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith.

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Faiza Shaheen 'livid' after Labour sends canvasser round to her home (Telegraph.co.uk)

Blocked candidate who may run as independent criticised for publishing picture of the woman on social media.

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UK Labour replaces Faiza Shaheen with member of pro-Israel JLM (The New Arab)

Former Labour candidate Faiza Shaheen has been replaced by Shama Tatler, a member of the pro-Israel organisation Jewish Labour Movement.

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Anti-Israel graffiti plastered on London Labour office after Shaheen ... (LabourList)

Labour's new candidate in an east London seat where left-winger Faiza Shaheen was deselected this week has vowed to stand against "hatred and antisemitism", ...

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Hundreds out to back Faiza Shaheen, purged by Labour's leaders (Socialist Worker)

She was the Labour Party candidate for the Chingford and South Woodford constituency but was removed this week by party HQ on charges of unacceptable social ...

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Exclusive: Channel 4 News obtains audio of Faiza Shaheen's ... (Channel 4 News)

Channel 4 News has obtained an exclusive audio recording from Faiza Shaheen's candidacy interview with Labour's National Executive Committee.

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