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Zack Polanski Launches Bold Eco-Populism Campaign Amid Green Gains

6/2/2025

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Zack Polanski, the Green Party's deputy leader, is stepping into the spotlight with a bold campaign centered on "eco-populism." His bid comes on the heels of the party's recent local election successes, potentially shaking up Labour as frustrated left-wing members eye a shift to the Greens. The new leader will be unveiled on September 2.

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Zack Polanski, the Green Party's deputy leader, is stepping into the spotlight with a bold campaign centered on "eco-populism." His bid comes on the heels of the party's recent local election successes, potentially shaking up Labour as frustrated left-wing members eye a shift to the Greens. The new leader will be unveiled on September 2.