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Sat 05 May 2007Greens' changed tack shows new realism that may offend puristsThe Greens are emphasising prudence and responsibility at every turn, writes Mark Hennessy, Political Correspondent, in a bid to win 'soft' supportersOver the last year, the major political parties have quickly donned the environmental mantle at every turn, all the while insisting that they were always green in their hearts.