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Greens Chair Calls for Polanski Resignation After Vote Miss

By Drooid · Oct 9, 2026, 7:09 PM UTC · How we work

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Zack Polanski faced resignation calls after missing the conference vote on a Zionism-is-racism motion.
The Brighton motion equated Zionism with racism and called for Israel’s replacement by a Palestinian state.
Polanski told Radio 4 he would have voted against the motion and to postpone the conference.
Caroline Lucas and Greens chair Vivien Lichtenstein said Polanski should resign.

History

Historical Context

In 1975 the UN General Assembly adopted Resolution 3379, labeling Zionism a form of racism with 72 votes for, 35 against and 32 abstentions. After US pressure, the resolution was repealed by Resolution 46/86 on 16 December 1991 (111-25-13). The 2024 Brighton Labour Party motion revives the debate, showing how the 1975-1991 controversy still shapes party politics.

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Story summary

Zack Polanski faced resignation calls after missing the conference vote on a Zionism-is-racism motion.
The Brighton motion equated Zionism with racism and called for Israel’s replacement by a Palestinian state.
Polanski told Radio 4 he would have voted against the motion and to postpone the conference.
Caroline Lucas and Greens chair Vivien Lichtenstein said Polanski should resign.

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