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| − | + | Given the information from several party manifestos and speeches the Niplomian press and citizens have derrived the general overview of the Libertarian Reform Party. First and foremost it is ''libertarian''. It supports excessive freedoms, both socially and economically. Upon creation the party motto was, 'The freer the market, the freer the people.'. Members of the LRP support huge tax cuts and promote a true capitalist economy although it should be noted they oppose a completly free economy (aka 'laissez-faire) as it would be, 'unfair upon local Niplomian businesses.' As libertarians they fully support social rights too and fully oppose the death penalty and excessive survaillence of citizens. In addition they support gay rights and take the 'pro-choice' arguement in abortion. | |
| − | + | In referance to spending the LRP supports cuts in Law & Order spending along with cuts in Defence. It also supports cuts in social welfare. It would plan to give all this money back as 'credit for their service'. Along with the ruling People's Coalition they support no particular religion and believe in everyone's own right over religion. LRP is against devolution and is 'loyalist' in southern-Niplomian politics. | |
| − | + | Finally, LRP holds several 'reforming' points. These aspects of the party's beliefs would radically overhaul Niploma. These include removing the PM as head of state and only as head of government/legislature. Instead the LRP supports the election of a 'President'. However, they are split over what power the President would hold. Other points include a proportionally elected senate - possibly as this would boost LRP numbers - and the removal of Niploma from the United Nations. | |
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Revision as of 10:22, 4 June 2006
This article refers to the Official Opposition in Niploma
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| Established | 1985 |
| Address | 3, 6th Street, Failegn |
| Economic ideology | Libertarianism |
| Social ideology | Libertarianism |
| Colours | Gold or Blue (to a lesser extent) |
| Party leader | David McKibben |
| Party president | Siobhan Clenghan |
| Motto | Freedom for Niploma |
Introduction
Formed in 1985 from ex Grand Conservative Party Deputies the LRP (or Reform Party) wanted to be a strong Libertarian party that could evolve Niploma into a safe, welcoming and thriving country.
Policies
Given the information from several party manifestos and speeches the Niplomian press and citizens have derrived the general overview of the Libertarian Reform Party. First and foremost it is libertarian. It supports excessive freedoms, both socially and economically. Upon creation the party motto was, 'The freer the market, the freer the people.'. Members of the LRP support huge tax cuts and promote a true capitalist economy although it should be noted they oppose a completly free economy (aka 'laissez-faire) as it would be, 'unfair upon local Niplomian businesses.' As libertarians they fully support social rights too and fully oppose the death penalty and excessive survaillence of citizens. In addition they support gay rights and take the 'pro-choice' arguement in abortion.
In referance to spending the LRP supports cuts in Law & Order spending along with cuts in Defence. It also supports cuts in social welfare. It would plan to give all this money back as 'credit for their service'. Along with the ruling People's Coalition they support no particular religion and believe in everyone's own right over religion. LRP is against devolution and is 'loyalist' in southern-Niplomian politics.
Finally, LRP holds several 'reforming' points. These aspects of the party's beliefs would radically overhaul Niploma. These include removing the PM as head of state and only as head of government/legislature. Instead the LRP supports the election of a 'President'. However, they are split over what power the President would hold. Other points include a proportionally elected senate - possibly as this would boost LRP numbers - and the removal of Niploma from the United Nations.
Branches
As with any political organisation this party splits into several groups. Traditionally, the leader is from the Libertarians and the Libertarians have ruled the party for all its life.
| Branch | Trait | Size |
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| Libertarians | The most recougnisable branch of the party. A centrist capitalist wing with heavy liberal leanings. McKibbens support base is located here. A branch whos key issue is personal freedom. This branch is relatively anti-UN although has a more modest approach. It puts business higher than enviroment. | 70% |
| Traditionalists/ Isolationists | A Conservative wing of the party thats key issue is withdrawal from the UN. It opposes immigration although is prepared to reach a midway point. The recougnised leader of this branch is Senator McGoughan, whos rousing speeches and wisdom have always attracted attention. This branch concerns more about economic than personel freedom. | 20% |
| Centrists | A crossover branch with the Socialist Internationalist Party the Centrist branch is renowed for its more leftist take on politics. Although sharing the common ground of liberalism the Centrists heavily favour welfare spending and would only support an open market if it were to be heavily regulated. Like the Libertarians this branch is anti-UN but, as Deputy Leath was quoted as saying, 'We have bigger fish to fry.' The Centrists also favour religious spending within the Government claiming that religious beliefs go hand in hand with freedom. | 10% |
