Polanski vows to stay on as Green leader as criticism mounts

Zack Polanski, a leader of the Green Party, has publicly committed to remaining in his position despite growing internal pressure and calls for his resignation. The controversy stems from a recent by-election defeat and significant party discord regarding a new policy statement characterizing Zionism as racism.

Vivien Lichtenstein, leader of the Jewish Greens, has formally requested that Polanski step down, citing the party's stance on the Zionism issue as a primary driver for the leadership challenge. The situation reflects ongoing internal friction within the party as it navigates both electoral setbacks and contentious ideological debates.