Ecology provides a wide ranging, cohesive and evidence based explanation of the history of our planet and all living species. As such, it qualifies as a metanarrative. The Green Party Philosophical Basis and values are grounded in this ecological metanarrative. What characterises Post Modernist ” eco populism ” is ‘an incredulity’ towards metanarratives and reality. … Continue reading why ecology and “eco- populism” are incompatible
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what the green party need is the working class
In the multiple forms of oppression relating to sex, race, religion, gender or sexuality adopted by 'intersectional' greens, class is often named but rarely explored or developed. Class has in effect and broadly been ignored. This is because a production-rooted theory of class which explains how discrimination and other forms of oppression structure class … Continue reading what the green party need is the working class
UK scientists challenge party leaders carla denyer & adrian ramsay for urgent action on climate change
This open letter to the leaders of the UK political parties during the 2024 General Election outlines five specific actions required in a programme of climate action. Dear Party Leader, We are writing to you as 408 members of the climate change research community who haveeach authored at least one journal paper on climate change … Continue reading UK scientists challenge party leaders carla denyer & adrian ramsay for urgent action on climate change
how green and how real are the Green Party election pledges?
The Green Party election launch was a brisk affair, lasting all of 15 minutes. Carla Denyer concluded the session by declaring that the major Green Party priorities were “the NHS, housing, climate change and nature, public services and the quality of our water”. Other items mentioned included “practical solutions to the cost of living crisis” … Continue reading how green and how real are the Green Party election pledges?
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