Time for a more independent Green Party

Time for a more independent Green Party
Rod Donald and Jeanette Fitzsimons campaigning in 2007
Jonathan Hill
The Green Party’s relationship with Labour has always been awkward and tricky to manage. There has always been a strong desire from the Greens to be in government with Labour. Yet Labour plays hardball - consistently and at times ruthlessly sidelining and marginalising them.This time around is likely to be no different. The Greens should seriously reflect on their political history with Labour and make their own decisions about how they can add the most impact on the issues they care most about. My argument is that thi...

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