Some I'm sorry to say have thrived or at least survived.
Pat Condell for example, who went from one of the most high profile atheist channels to where he was promoted by Richard Dawkins, and the National Secular Society, pivoted to far-right politics.
Dawkins continued to endorse Condell and sell his merchandise, after multiple controversies.
Endorsing UKIP.
Slipping in "Arabs" instead of "Muslims" in his rants.
Being in Anders Breivik's manifesto.
Just to name a few.
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