Robert Shillman
Robert Shillman, often referred to as Dr. Bob, is a US tech billionaire known for his financial support of far-right causes and figures, particularly in the UK. He gained notoriety for funding the activities of right-wing activist Tommy Robinson, which included financing a fellowship that provided Robinson with a salary at the Canadian media outlet Rebel News. Shillman's financial backing has been influential in promoting far-right rhetoric and activism across the Atlantic.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 29,274 | $2,700,000 | 1,164$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,841 | $56,000 | 50$ |
| Totals | 2 | 69,964,949 | 31,115 | $2,756,000 | 1,214$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Slovenia:
Robert Shillman is a billionaire donor who has previously funded Tommy Robinson and other activists.
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United Kingdom:
Robert Shillman, known as Dr Bob, financed a fellowship that helped pay for Tommy Robinson to be employed by Rebel Media.
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