 Matt Townsend, a party executive member, expressed concern that Lucas's early entry into the contest would lead it to become a "coronation", as did other party commentators.The campaign was covered by various on-line and printed media, including Vice, Bright Green, Left Foot Forward, The Guardian, and The Huffington Post.As part of the election process, all candidates were invited to answer a diverse range of questions related to Green Party policy by various party organisations and affiliates.