Libertarian Reform Party
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This article refers to the Official Opposition in Niploma
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| Established | 1985 |
| Address | 3 Bhikku Square, Failegn |
| Economic ideology | Moderate Conservatism - lightly regulated Capitalism |
| Social ideology | Libertarianism/ Liberalism |
| Colours | Gold or Blue (to a lesser extent) |
| Party leader | David McKibben |
| Party president | Siobhan Clenghan |
| Motto | Reform. Change. Evolve. |
Contents
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
Key Policies
- An elected head of state - The LRP is confused as to how the PM heads Government aswell as state. The party argues that a President is needed.
- True Capitalist Economy - Although the LRP believes in worklers rights it is also a firm believer that for an economy to grow a strong independent market will be needed.
- Reform - Simply piling money into services will not work. Cut taxes and spend money wisely.
- United Nations - a Significant majority of the LRP are against the UN. However, they are favourable towards the Delegate position. Therefore, the UN is a hot-topic for LRP members.
Economics
- General: Capitalist.
- Income Tax: Medium to low, possible flat tax.
Social Issues
- Abortion: Support.
- Death Penalty: Never
- Gay Marriage: Support
- Welfare: only to those desperately in need
- Law & Order: Low-key but well funded police force
- General Civil Rights: Very strong, key policy
Other
- With regards to Defence: Supportive of a developed Armed Forces, but against warfare in general.
- United Nations: Against
- Anumist Alliance: Support
- Religious association: Supportive to all religions. No association.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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% |
