Never kissed a Tory

Among left-wing political activists in the United Kingdom, the catchphrase "Never Kissed A Tory" is a political slogan popularised by individuals who oppose the Conservative Party (often referred to as Tories). This slogan is associated with the LGBTQ community. It is often seen in protests, social media, and merchandise to make a statement about one's political beliefs and affiliations.^{[1][2][3][4][5][6][7]}

References

1. Hindmoor, Andrew (2018). What's Left Now?: The History and Future of Social Democracy. Oxford University Press. p. 10. ISBN 978-0-19-880599-1. Archived from the original on 2024-06-16. Retrieved 2024-06-16.
2. Anwar, Salman (22 August 2018). "Should we really be OK with 'never kiss a Tory'?". New Statesman. Archived from the original on 1 April 2023. Retrieved 16 June 2024.
3. Baska, Maggie (29 August 2022). "Labour MP sparks fierce debate after wearing 'never kissed a Tory' t-shirt to Pride". PinkNews. Retrieved 16 June 2024.
4. Adu, Aletha (18 November 2022). "I've kissed a Tory and I'm not ashamed, Keir Starmer reveals". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 16 June 2024. Retrieved 16 June 2024.
5. Rea, Ailbhe (24 March 2023). "Rachel Reeves: 'I'm sure I have' kissed a Tory". Politico. Archived from the original on 28 February 2024. Retrieved 16 June 2024.
6. Siniscalco, Elena (15 June 2023). "Explainer: The story behind the "Never kissed a Tory" slogan". CityAM. Retrieved 16 June 2024.
7. "Mark Drakeford urged to apologise for wearing 'never kissed a Tory' badge for Pride". The Telegraph. 15 June 2023. Archived from the original on 8 May 2024. Retrieved 16 June 2024.