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Polanski says he was wrong to claim he was a Red Cross spokesman

Polanski says he was wrong to claim he was a Red Cross spokesman

Summary

Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, admitted he was wrong to say he was a spokesman for the British Red Cross. He said he had supported the charity before but wrongly used the term spokesman and has taken down the claim from his sites.

Key Facts

  • Polanski falsely claimed to be a British Red Cross spokesman in 2020 and 2022.
  • He hosted fundraisers for the Red Cross but was not an official spokesman.
  • The British Red Cross said it does not support political parties.
  • Polanski became leader of the Green Party in 2023.
  • Some Green Party candidates have been accused of antisemitism during recent campaigns.
  • Polanski said antisemitism is unacceptable and the party will have better candidate vetting and training.
  • Polanski apologized after sharing a social media post criticizing police actions at a recent incident.
  • Under Polanski, the Green Party has gained more members and risen in opinion polls.
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