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The leaders of the Young Greens and the Queer Greens have resigned, claiming that they have been “dismayed” by the decisions of the ruling party.
In the latest blow to the Green Party, Green Queen Chair Tiernan Mason and Young Greens Chair Tara Gilsenan wrote to elected representatives outlining the reasons for their resignations.
They claimed that they were “intimidated and harassed” by members and elected representatives of the party.
They posted the letter on social media, saying they have resigned with immediate effect.
“We had hoped we could fight to make a difference and hold the Green Party accountable, but in our short time as chairmen, we have come to realize that our efforts have been in vain and that the concerns we have raised have not been addressed. .
“To that end, we feel that we can no longer represent these groups affiliated with the Green Party.
“While we understand the limitations of being the smallest party in a coalition, we have been dismayed to see our elected representatives vote against party policy, even outside the limitations of the Government Program, time and time again.”
The couple said they fought the party that voted in favor of evictions during the Covid-19 pandemic and against the sealing of the mother and baby’s home documents, as well as a “mediocre climate bill.” “.
“We have not been successful,” they added.
“We have been ignored, excluded, ignored, intimidated and harassed by elected party members and representatives. Seeing that we cannot make the difference we seek, we resign with immediate effect.
“We suggest to the remaining officials in the party hierarchy that they should remember who put them where they are: those who voted for the people and the planet are outraged by their action.”
They signed the letter warning that history “will not be kind” to the party as it is.
Earlier this week, the Dail approved legislation that allows a database created by the Household Research Commission for Mothers and Babies to be sealed for 30 years.
The Dail passed the bill by 78 votes to 67 on Thursday night.
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The Green Party has received a series of blows in recent months following its decision to form a coalition with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael.
High-profile party member Saoirse McHugh and several others left, including former Queer Greens chairman, citing disillusionment with the party for entering government with both parties.
The Green Party has been contacted for comment.
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