London – An event organized by Queen Consort Camilla at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday (29) to draw attention to violence against women, which resulted in the future king’s godmother resigning for dialogue with a black activist seen as an example of racism, was seen as an example of racism. It emerged as an unwitting offer in the heated public relations battle within the British royal family.
King Charles III’s participation in COP27, which will be the first time in global diplomacy after Queen Elizabeth’s death, was vetoed by the British government. The role went to William and Kate, who traveled to the US this Wednesday (30) for a three-day visit culminating in the Earthshot Award awards ceremony, a prince-led environmental initiative.
In the hours leading up to a speech at Boston City Hall on Wednesday afternoon to mark the inauguration of the visit, Palace and William had to apologize, through their advisor, for the disaster caused by Lady Susan Hussey.
The trip was designed to be a “attraction attack,” as the Windsor public relations actions are called, in a region dominated by “enemies.”
It was viewed by the British press as a show of strength by official members of the monarchy in the conquered lands when Harry and Meghan moved to the country, and they began to develop close relationships with journalists and celebrities.
Everything was ready for the party, but fate seems to be working in the Sussexes’ favour. The couple left the royal family two years ago, denouncing the racism that has always been rejected by the royal family. The godmother’s episode rekindled the debate.
The ghost of racism in the royal family
The story about William’s godmother, Lady Susan Hussey, A boon for those who defended Meghan, who repeatedly interrogated British-born activist Ngozi Fulani for “which country she’s from” and thinks she’s been mistreated by the royal family.
The godmother left her closest friends’ entourage to members of the royal family, causing a scandal at the worst possible time for her godson.
Mixed feelings about yesterday’s visit to Buckingham Palace. 10 minutes after I arrived, Lady SH from the staff came up to me, moved my hair to see my badge. The following conversation took place. The rest of the case is blurry.
thanks @mandureid ???????? @SuzanneEJacob for support???????? pic.twitter.com/OUbQKlabyq— Sistah Space (@Sistah_Space) 30 November 2022
On Wednesday afternoon (30), the hashtag #RacistRoyalFamily was among the trending topics on Twitter in the country.
Footage of Queen Elizabeth traveling to Prince Philip’s funeral with one of her most devoted companions, Susan Hussey, has been dominating the television news since then, showing how she is “part of the family”.
British and American newspapers highlighted the issue in a disapproving tone on their front pages, resulting in a setback in their intent to spread the monarchy’s positive image.
Conflict continues in the royal family
Queen At Elizabeth’s funeral in September, there was speculation that the brothers might be able to rectify the situation after visiting the tributes left for their grandmother together. But details of the US trip released before boarding showed that this was out of plans.
A star cast will perform at the Earthshot Prize awards ceremony: Beyoncé, Annie Lenox, Ellie Goulding. Billie Ellish, David Attenborough, Cate Blanchett and Rami Malek.
Harry and Meghan will be in New York days later to be honored by the Robert F. Kennedy Foundation. I could even make an effort to get through Boston.
The problem is that the Ripple of Rope award they accepted recognizes the couple’s courage in challenging the royal family’s “power structure”, including alleged racism.
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Even if he had a chance to get close, he would be buried.
In any case, they were unlikely to be invited to compete for attention, since the visit was planned as an opportunity for William and Harry to show who the true representatives of the monarchy in the United States were, according to those who wanted to see between the lines. .
In the traditional fashion that blew secrets to the media, “sources” told British newspapers that the ceremony would be William’s “Super Bowl” moment. Why bring a rival?
The case of the racist godmother softens the negative impact of other recent stories involving Harry and Meghan’s separation from the “core core” of the monarchy.
Excerpts from Queen Elizabeth’s biography, which will come out in December, the tabloids predict, reveal that she was worried about her granddaughter’s “over-love” for the princess shortly after the wedding, which would cause the lover to endure the alleged bullying of the staff. the so-called “Firm”.
The book portrays an ungrateful Meghan claiming that the queen likes her and would even allow her career as an actress to continue.
Harry – William, Charles – Andrew
True or not, the public relations war continues. The monarchy ‘under new rule’ is taking steps to distance itself from its troubled members Harry, Meghan and also Andrew.
Rumor has it that the favored son hoped to escape ostracism after the millionaire paid compensation and closed the sexual abuse case to which he responded. But it won’t.
This week there were reports that the dismissal was a fait accompli.
In a planned action, Charles neutralizes Brother Andrew while William neutralizes Brother Harry. These moves show that the royal family remains sharp at what it does best: polishing its image and deftly pushing aside anyone who might tarnish it.
After all, an Andrew who likes only 8% of the public, or a Meghan of 27% or a Harry of 38%, adds nothing to the popularity of the monarchy, according to the track of the YouGov institute.
The sad truth is that King Charles continues to slide in the 5th place, liked by 44% of respondents.
Kate with 66% and William with 65% are the shining stars on the list of the most admired after the Queen with 73%.
So using them to undermine Harry and Meghan on the American stage that resonated around the world was, again, the perfect move.
Too bad (for those who run Buckingham Palace today) that William’s godmother didn’t measure the consequences of racist comments.
It’s up to Camilla. One of the most shared videos on Twitter after the episode was seen as the Queen Wife holding a black child by the sleeve of her shirt.
Camilla is trying to touch a Black boy (and the kids seem clearly uncomfortable around her).
The true face of the British monarchy: public relations stunts and photo ops.#RacistRoyalFamily #AbolishTheMonarchy pic.twitter.com/JFNewwOHEU
— Susan ‘arrogant’ Hussey, William’s racist godmother (@Mu_Ri_Elle) 24 November 2022
At the same time, the sharing of scenes with Princess Diana and Meghan Markle embracing black people with love exacerbated the situation on a sensitive issue during the times of colonialism and imperialism criticism, when the royal family was the biggest symbol.
Two wonderful women. Different, progressive and humane. #Princess Diana #MeghanMarkie???????? this #RacistRoyalFamily They had problems with them because they used the power of their voices, the power of their humanity, to make the world a better place. Something @Royal family @KensingtonRoyal lack. pic.twitter.com/eQ4HrxvzR7
– BrazenHussy (@fiffywm) 25 November 2022
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source: Noticias
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