Biggest @greenparty.org.uk action day ever in Hackney today!

In May, we're going to elect the brilliant @zoegarbett.bsky.social as Mayor of Hackney 💚

Join us and help build a greener, fairer London 👇
join.greenparty.org.uk/join-us/

You wanted a bold, radical left-wing political party that's unafraid to call out the billionaires in power?

Well here it is 👇

Green graphic of Zack Polanski with the words "i voted for Zack"

This time next week Zack could be the leader of the Green Party of England & Wales.

But you need to vote for him!

You have until midday on Saturday 30th August to join me and #BackZack

Campaign graphic for Zack Polanski campaign. Graphic reads "I voted for Zack" with a photo of Zack on a green background

I want a bold Green Party that's unafraid to stand up to those in power. That's why I've voted for @zackpolanski.bsky.social for leader

At a critical moment in British politics, we have to call out hate and build a fairer future for everyone. I think Zack can do that

Fascists came to Islington to intimidate refugees and spread hate. We said get out ✊

Proud to stand with local people and @islingtongreens.bsky.social to defend migrants and reject the far right

Hampstead Heath’s ladies’ pond has always been inclusive – long may that continue As a charity plans to make a legal claim against the organisation running the north London swimming spot, long-time fan Olivia Petter explains why it goes against everything the ladies’ pond has come ...

Sex Matters' attempt to stop trans women using the Kenwood Ladies Pond is small-minded and joyless

Sure, there's bigger battles to win for trans rights. But it's also important that edenic sanctuaries like the pond are open to all women

I loved this piece 👇

www.independent.co.uk/life-style/h...

The political weather really is shifting for the Greens in London.

Another by election win - this time in Greenwich.

History was made at the mass lobby for trans rights An estimated 900 trans+ people and allies turned up at Westminster, making it the largest LGBTQIA+ lobby on record

900 trans+ people and allies showed up for yesterday’s mass lobby of Parliament, drawing attention to the cruel and unworkable guidance that the EHRC is pushing regarding toilets and changing rooms etc.
This beats the previous record for #LGBTQ lobbying set in the 1980s against Section 28.

Israel kills innocent Palestinians. Activists spray-paint a plane. Guess which the UK government calls terrorism | Sally Rooney If Palestine Action becomes a proscribed group, writing these words of support could become a serious offence. It’s vital we fight this alarming attack on free speech, says writer Sally Rooney

"But if killing 23 civilians at an aid distribution site is not terrorism, how can we possibly be expected to accept that spray-painting a plane is?"

I should stop being surprised at how low our govt will stoop. Today though I'm more disgusted than usual 🇵🇸

www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

When will Starmer learn that no matter how good his Nigel Farage impression gets, it won't save him from wipeout at the hands of Reform? Here's another idea - how about doing the work that's needed to actually make people's lives better? 🧵

Brilliant 👏👏

Trans women are women 🏳️‍⚧️

As Labour caves in to the right's culture war yet again, I'm proud to be an @greenparty.org.uk member and to firmly stand behind our party's policy to champion trans rights 👇

Scottish Green Party graphic with the words "Trans rights are human rights"

Today and every day

@sciencemuseumldn.bsky.social hello, I just read you'll be continuing your relationship with BP, despite their decision to abandon climate targets

As a science-led institution, why do you support a business ignoring climate science and the existential threat posed by environmental breakdown?

REAL HOPE. REAL CHANGE "It's horrifying to see Keir Starmer follow Trump's lead, gutting our international aid budget to increase defence spending. This is naive populism playing with life-and-death decisions." Ellie Chowns MP North Herefordshire Green Party Promoted by Chris Williams on behalf of The Green Party, both at PO Box 78066, London SE16 9GQ

"Taking money from the poorest in the name of defence is both cruel and unnecessary. It’s a choice and it’s the wrong one."

@elliechowns.bsky.social reacts to Keir Starmer's shocking decision to gut our international aid budget to increase defence spending.

Books are...

Peace! Books! Freedom! by Rosa Schling

Regenesis by George Monbiot (ARC from the charity shop, hence weird cover)

Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield

The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro

Couplets by Maggie Millner

I made an effort to read more last year (esp since summer) so here are the best books I read in 2024

In particular, I implore you to read Our Wives Under the Sea (mesmerising, heartbreaking, terrifying) and Couplets (why is nobody talking about this big long poem?)

Can't wait for mine this afternoon, sending the truest form of solidarity

Tollington Action Day 30/11/24 On Saturday 30th November we'll be knocking doors in Tollington and helping to turn Islington green! Join at The Roasting Shed, 322 Hornsey Road, N7 7HE at either 11:00am or 2:00pm. There will be lot...

Looking for something to do this Saturday?

Join Islington Greens for our action day in Tollington. We'll be talking to local people and getting out the green message - meeting point is <10 mins from Finsbury Park!

actionnetwork.org/events/tolli...

Hope in the Dark is my go-to read in the aftermath of any grim political event - and currently you can go read it for free! 👇

I've been really enjoying Bluesky for work purposes, but as the exodus picks up pace feels worth trying it for personal stuff too!

Looking forward to filling my feed with radical politics and assorted silliness