Green Candidate Steps In Amid Controversy

Sarah Wakefield, a new mom and recent councillor, has stepped into the Green Party’s high-stakes by-election bid in Makerfield — a race that could sway the Prime Ministerial contest. Replacing Chris Kennedy, who quit after just one day over controversial anti-Semitic remarks, Wakefield is racing against time to build momentum in a seat where Green support hovers around three percent. Facing internal doubts and a tough political climate, she’s pushing for a positive, grassroots campaign focused on clean air, public transport, and unity — while firmly rejecting any place for anti-Semitism in the party. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d22c04ec86c589e