Pod Save the UK PSUK’s Green Leadership Debate: The Friendliest FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT You’ve Ever Heard
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Jul 17, 2025 
Zack Polanski, Deputy leader of the Green Party, argues for an eco-populist strategy that aims to resonate with a broader audience. Ellie Chowns, Green Party MP, promotes a collaborative approach that focuses on outreach across political divides. The two engage in a lively debate about leadership visions, with insights on the urgency of climate action and the need for inclusivity. They also discuss the challenges of engaging disenfranchised voters while maintaining a strong Green identity, making it a compelling conversation for anyone interested in progressive politics.
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Activist Arrests with XR
- Ellie Chowns was arrested in 2019 for peacefully questioning police clearance of Extinction Rebellion protesters.
- Zack Polanski proudly recounts being among the first arrested with XR, underscoring his activist roots.
Broadening Green Party Appeal
- Ellie Chowns emphasizes winning power by broadening Green Party support across diverse populations under first-past-the-post voting.
- She highlights the importance of connecting green values to real-world concerns for a fairer society and climate action.
Eco-Populism to Broaden Reach
- Zack Polanski advocates eco-populism as a means to connect with working-class voters concerned with bills and public services.
- He calls for the Green Party to boldly address inequality and challenge elites to become a movement representing all people.
