The Board of Deputies of British Jews has declared the Green Party of England and Wales a racist organization. The decision follows the party's adoption of a motion labeling Zionism as racism. The Board of Deputies stated that by adopting this platform, the Green Party has become racist and will be treated accordingly.
The Board of Deputies of British Jews has declared the Green Party of England and Wales a racist organization, impacting potential political alliances and public perception.
The Board of Deputies of British Jews has declared the Green Party of England and Wales a racist organization following the party's adoption of a motion labeling Zionism as racism. The Jewish body, the largest in the UK, voted 118 to one to make the declaration, with President Phil Rosenberg stating the party had become racist by adopting an antisemitic platform. A spokesman for the Greens rejected the characterization and asserted the party does not discriminate against Zionist views, adding that the decision would not deter their advocacy against the 'genocide in Gaza' and for sanctions against Israel. Green Party leader Zack Polanski, who is Jewish, has indicated he would not overturn the motion, which is set to remain party policy until 2028.
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