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GPNJ Statement on the Transitioning of Assata Shakur
On Thursday, September 25, Black Liberation Army (BLA) and former Black Panther, Assata Shakur transitioned at the age of 78. Shakur had been a resident of Cuba since her liberation from a NJ state prison in November, 1979, after being convicted of the murder of one, and assault of another, NJ state trooper in 1973.
Read MoreGPNJ Statement on the War on California
Image credit: Screenshot from Status Coup reporting in Los Angeles, CA. Courtesy of Status Coup. https://youtu.be/W8RpbjBfmPU?si=dtrruYg_zVR4y-Vb This weekend, Donald Trump federalized the California National Guard—a chilling move that crosses the line from authoritarian rhetoric into open occupation. Let’s not mince words: California has long been a target of this regime—not simply because of policy disagreements, but…
Read MoreThe Green Party of New Jersey (GPNJ) is pleased to announce the formation of the Arab and Muslim American Green Party Caucus of New Jersey (AMAGPC)!
The members of the Arab and Muslim American Green Party Caucus of New Jersey are united by a common goal of advocating for Arab and Muslim communities within the Green Party. Their work will include, but is not limited to, the shared focal aim of educating people about the brutal occupation and apartheid in Palestine. …
Read MoreGPNJ Statement regarding the murder of 14-year old Amer Mohammad Saada Rabee by IDF soldiers in Turmus Ayya, Israel
The Green Party of New Jersey has stood unequivocally in solidarity with the Palestinian people, support which has only strengthened by the intensified genocide which began after October 8, 2023. As current Congressional representative of Saddle Brook, Nellie Pou, along with current NJ Governor Murphy, seek clarity and “answers” from the Israeli government, the GPNJ…
Read MoreEarth Day to May Day
Earth Day to May Day 2025 – People, Planet and Peace over Profit The Earth Day to May Day theme highlights the interconnection between critical issues such as climate change, environmental justice, worker and immigrant rights, peace, anti-racism, and biodiversity. The United States – and the planet – are facing existential challenges from accelerating climate…
Read MoreThe Green Party of New Jersey Statement on the kidnapping and illegal detention of Mahmoud Khalil
The Green Party of New Jersey Statement on the kidnapping and illegal detention of Mahmoud Khalil Mahmoud Khalil was kidnapped from his Columbia University home, in the presence of his 8-month pregnant wife, by DHS/ICE agents on Saturday, March 8. The issue with the actions taken by DHS, ICE and the US Government is a…
Read MoreStatement on U.S. Immigration Policy from the Green Party of New Jersey
Stop the hate-filled rhetoric and actions and do something to help us all! The United States has always had a history of hatred towards anything and everyone who looks different, speaks a different language, practices a different religion or belief, identifies with a different gender, has a different lifestyle or simply does not fit into…
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