The problem with keeping politics off the stage is this. If we benignly smile upon those who spread hate, they gain in credence and power. It is precisely on the stage where one should take a stand so they may know, we will not let hate gain the day.

Who knew in the early days of Hitler Youth what nightmare would come to pass? Only a very few vociferous ones saw how wrong it was. They were quickly silenced. No one could have predicted the final horrendous outcome.

I am not supporting like for like behaviour. No violence required. I wouldn't sink to that level. As Christ overturned the tables of the money lenders because they fouled His Father's House, then likewise we should reject hate mongers for befouling humanity.

If it means putting it on posters and wearing tshirts at concerts and sessions, then so be it. Better they should know before they attend that their views are not supported by the event organisers, the performers and most of the audience.

I would hope that maybe they might rethink their views. But then I am a Pollyanna at heart.