Workers Revolutionary Party scandal and split

Title

Workers Revolutionary Party scandal and split

Genre

News report; Interview

TX Date

Oct 1985

Year of production

1985

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Duration

00:02:07

Description

Interview with former Chairman of the Workers Revolutionary Party Brian Behan following the expulsion of leader Gerry Healy for sexual abuse against female members, and the resultant split in the party. Behan claims in his day political control was exerted through sexual repression, and argues the current issue facing the party is its political isolation. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Brian Behan

Keywords

Political parties; Political leaders; Sexual abuse; Workers Revolutionary Party; Political power; Political scandals; Gerry Healy

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