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Green Party's Zack Polanski Sparks Political Engagement in Leeds Nightclub

4/21/2026

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Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, energized a Leeds nightclub crowd of over 2,100 to promote political engagement.
He said joy and resistance are vital in politics and criticized traditional parties for exclusivity.
The event raised £16,000 for local Greens to attract younger voters before local elections.
Organizers say events counter negative sentiment.
Polanski noted that if successful, other parties might copy the idea, though he doubts their appeal.

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Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, energized a Leeds nightclub crowd of over 2,100 to promote political engagement.
He said joy and resistance are vital in politics and criticized traditional parties for exclusivity.
The event raised £16,000 for local Greens to attract younger voters before local elections.
Organizers say events counter negative sentiment.
Polanski noted that if successful, other parties might copy the idea, though he doubts their appeal.