Green Party Leader Criticizes UK Chief Rabbi’s Support for Israel

The UK Green Party leader, Zack Polanski, criticized Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis for not representing British Jews, claiming he defends the Israeli government instead. During an appearance on The Rest Is Politics, Polanski expressed concern about conflating anti-Semitism with anti-Zionism, stating that Mirvis’s political stance is damaging to the Jewish community. He suggested that Jewish leadership should reflect diverse opinions, particularly those critical of Israeli policies, which is echoed by groups like Independent Jewish Voices. Polanski’s views on Israel have shifted due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, leading to increased Jewish support for the Green Party.

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