Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Who is Prince Philip?
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Prince Philip is a controversial figure

This position holds that Prince Philip is a controversial figure. It argues that for decades his public comments drew criticism as offensive and insensitive, and points to accusations that he was an old-fashioned sexist, made racist remarks, and was a philanderer.

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  1. Prince Philip is a old school sexist
    The Prince has made a innumerable comments laying bear his old-fashioned and prejudiced views on women, such as 'British women can't cook'.
  2. Prince Philip is a unabashed racist
    The Prince has been known for his racially insensitive comments, including "Still throwing spears?" to Australian Aboriginals.
  3. Prince Philip is a philanderer
    The press has long accused the Prince of having passionate affairs during his marriage, including with a showgirl in the 1950s.