Rejected petition Classify the English Defense League (EDL) as a terrorist group

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The EDL is constantly assaulting communities and cultures based on their beliefs or racial background. They have taken part in violent protests, caused riots, taken part in vandalism.

All actions the EDL take match the definition of "terrorism" as they use their methods to get across their political message on immigration.

ter·ror·ism
Noun
The use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims.

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Date submitted 5 June 2013
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