I’m not from the UK. I have a British passport, but I don’t feel “British”. In fact, I don’t really feel like my nationality should really define my identity at…
Stepping down as London Young Greens co-chair
I made a decision to resign from my position as London Young Greens co-chair today. Perhaps it was reactionary, but it was a long time coming. I see myself to…
After Caroline goes: 3 political tactics for the new leader
Caroline Lucas is stepping down as Green Party leader. The news is awash with it, and the skeptics are out: Can anyone replace such a prominent and popular leader? Who…
Bob Brown: A Tribute
If there is ever anyone to credit for my engagement in politics, it is Bob Brown. A good leader never just dives straight into politics, they come from a long…
Wangari Maathai: a personal memorandum
It’s 1997. A girl lies curled up on the sofa watching the flickering images on the TV, perhaps a little passed her bedtime. They’re showing the presidential candidates, one of…
Now is the moment for progressives to go Green
This post was first published on The Disraeli Room, on behalf of the Young Greens. It has been a bitter winter: unprecedented snowfall, steep hikes in fuel prices, and the…