The Guardian view on the Green party and Palestine: rejecting two states is no shortcut to peace
Zack Polanski must defend Palestinian freedom while reassuring Jewish members and showing that his party can handle disagreements
TL;DR
- The Green party has rejected the two-state solution for Palestine, favoring a one-state model.
- This decision contradicts international consensus and the views of European Greens.
- The party's definition of Zionism has been criticized as antisemitic by many in the Jewish community.
- The vote was decided by a small margin, raising questions about representativeness.
- Leader Zack Polanski must address internal divisions and reassure Jewish members.
- The policy may have legal implications under equality legislation.
- The article suggests that alternative peace models, like confederation, may need consideration.