"Hannah Spencer won Gorton and Denton in Greater Manchester for the Greens last month, with a 26% swing from Labour and over 40% of the vote, marking a significant political shift."
"Spencer expressed that the Greens anticipated their victory, stating, 'I think we knew from the outset that we could win it,' highlighting the anger towards Labour during her campaign."
"The byelection was triggered by the resignation of Andrew Gwynne, which was timed to allow Andy Burnham to stand, but Labour's leadership blocked his candidacy, leading to speculation about the Greens' candidate."
"Zack Polanski, the Green party leader, emphasized local involvement in candidate selection, stating, 'I'm not choosing anyone. I'm not involved; the local party members decide.'"
Hannah Spencer won the Gorton and Denton byelection for the Greens with over 40% of the vote, reflecting a 26% swing from Labour. This victory was unexpected for the political establishment but anticipated by the Greens. Spencer noted a significant decline in Labour's support during her campaign. The byelection followed the resignation of incumbent MP Andrew Gwynne, which was strategically timed. Local party members selected Spencer as their candidate, and her fellow candidates supported her campaign efforts.
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