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What does 'woke' mean in politics?

In modern political discourse, 'woke' is often used, sometimes pejoratively, to describe someone or something perceived as overly sensitive to social injustice, identity politics, or progressive ideas. Kemi Badenoch using this term against Reform UK is quite unusual, as it's more commonly aimed at the left. It suggests she sees Reform as focusing on divisive cultural issues rather than practical solutions.