Belfast-based rap group Kneecap issued an apology to the families of murdered MPs Sir David Amess and Jo Cox after a concert incident where a member made a violent remark. The comment, "The only good Tory is a dead Tory," prompted backlash, including calls for prosecution from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch. Kneecap responded by stating their intention was misinterpreted and emphasized they do not incite violence. Additionally, they clarified their non-support for Hamas and Hezbollah, condemning violence against civilians amid investigations from counter-terrorism police regarding their public statements.
The only good Tory is a dead Tory. Kill your local MP.
We reject any suggestion that we would seek to incite violence against any MP or individual. Ever.
We do not, and have never, supported Hamas or Hezbollah. We condemn all attacks on civilians, always.
I was gobsmacked at the stupidity of someone in the public eye saying such dangerous, violent rhetoric.
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