Gavin McInnes  Gavin McInnes (; born July 17, 1970) is a Canadian-British writer and far-right political commentator. McInnes is known for his controversial promotion of violence against political opponents. Born in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England and immigrating to Canada at a young age, McInnes graduated from Carleton University in Ottawa before moving to Montreal and cofounding "Vice" Magazine with Suroosh Alvi and Shane Smith. He relocated with Vice Media to New York City in 2001. Host of "Get Off My Lawn", formerly on Conservative Review Television, he is a contributor to "Taki's Magazine" and was a frequent guest on television programs on Fox News and TheBlaze and contributor to The Rebel Media. During his time at "Vice", McInnes was called a leading figure in the New York hipster subculture. After leaving "Vice" in 2008, McInnes became increasingly known for his far-right political views. He is the founder of the Proud Boys, a neo-fascist