Novara Media Downstream: Zack Polanski Is Coming for Starmer and Farage
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Nov 24, 2025 Zack Polanski, the dynamic leader of the Green Party, discusses his rapid success, with membership soaring from 70,000 to 150,000. He explores the party's strategy to challenge the Labour Party while preventing the rise of Reform. Polanski emphasizes inclusivity, anti-racist principles, and a commitment to socialism, all while prioritizing living standards and community issues. He also tackles climate policy through systemic changes and advocates humane immigration reforms. Throughout the discussion, he envisions a compassionate society with a focus on creativity and sustainability.
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Hope Drives Rapid Green Growth
- Zach Polanski credits rapid Green growth to widespread political despair and a newfound sense of hope among voters.
- He argues hope and local organising are key to converting temporary interest into lasting political power.
Reframe The Electoral Contest
- Polanski frames the electoral battleground as Green versus Reform and says Labour currently isn't a left party.
- He believes replacing Labour means turning Labour–Reform marginals into Green–Reform contests to deny Farage power.
Invest Locally To Win Unlikely Seats
- Do expand target seats beyond traditional seconds by investing messaging, resources and volunteers locally.
- Polanski says fourth- and fifth-place surges show organisation can convert unlikely seats into wins.