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Green Party Faces Backlash Over Controversial Zionism Motion

2/23/2026

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The Green Party will vote on a motion titled "Zionism is Racism," which supports Palestinian resistance, including armed struggle.
Critics, including the government's adviser on antisemitism, argue that the motion promotes terrorism and poses a significant antisemitism issue, potentially worse than during Jeremy Corbyn's Labour leadership.
The motion has gained grassroots support, with campaigns encouraging new members to join the party to vote in favor.
Proponents, such as British Palestinian artist Lubna Speitan, advocate for the necessity of armed struggle, leading to backlash against party leaders.

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The Green Party will vote on a motion titled "Zionism is Racism," which supports Palestinian resistance, including armed struggle.
Critics, including the government's adviser on antisemitism, argue that the motion promotes terrorism and poses a significant antisemitism issue, potentially worse than during Jeremy Corbyn's Labour leadership.
The motion has gained grassroots support, with campaigns encouraging new members to join the party to vote in favor.
Proponents, such as British Palestinian artist Lubna Speitan, advocate for the necessity of armed struggle, leading to backlash against party leaders.