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Those who do not support the People's Coalition are very scared of it. They realise the huge electoral power it will hold due to the varied supportbase it will get. It effectively supports everyone from the Centre of politics to the left. On the left are parties such as Socialist Labour, a Communistic party that split from the OCWP, of course there are the moderate Socialists (and Reformists) of SIP aswell. Towards the centre there is the growing Liberal Party, effectively a pro-UN 'upper class' party to counter the Libertarian Reform Party (LRP). The second largest party in the Coalition is the Ecological Foundation Party, which uphold leftist values (it is noted for its extreme liberal values) together with ecological principles. There are also the other parties, the already strong Gaelic Páirtí along with several religious groups. Interestingly there is a Conservative party in the Coalition that has gathered interest from the LRP, and has been a subject of criticism. This large group will attract votes. | Those who do not support the People's Coalition are very scared of it. They realise the huge electoral power it will hold due to the varied supportbase it will get. It effectively supports everyone from the Centre of politics to the left. On the left are parties such as Socialist Labour, a Communistic party that split from the OCWP, of course there are the moderate Socialists (and Reformists) of SIP aswell. Towards the centre there is the growing Liberal Party, effectively a pro-UN 'upper class' party to counter the Libertarian Reform Party (LRP). The second largest party in the Coalition is the Ecological Foundation Party, which uphold leftist values (it is noted for its extreme liberal values) together with ecological principles. There are also the other parties, the already strong Gaelic Páirtí along with several religious groups. Interestingly there is a Conservative party in the Coalition that has gathered interest from the LRP, and has been a subject of criticism. This large group will attract votes. | ||
| − | Regardless of this huge Coalition and its varying parties the Coalition could be very counter-productive | + | Regardless of this huge Coalition and its varying parties the Coalition could be very counter-productive. The minor fringe parties in the Coalition may recieve up to 5% of the vote (38 seats) but if some get such small percentages that they do not even get a seat or simply split the vote the Coalition will appear weaker. |
It is also odd to note why the President is Adárin Robert, an almost beaten figure in politics, instead of the young Elwes. | It is also odd to note why the President is Adárin Robert, an almost beaten figure in politics, instead of the young Elwes. | ||
Revision as of 16:03, 22 April 2006
This article refers to the Coalition in Niploma
| Established | 2005 |
| Address | 13 Milburn Street , Failegn |
| Economic ideology | Centre-Left Coalition (Third Way/ Centerism/ Socialism) |
| Social ideology | Liberalism |
| Colours | Orange |
| Leader of Coalition | Odhrán Torin (Current SIP Deputy) |
| President of Coalition Affairs | Adráin Robert (Leader of SIP) |
| Motto | Together we're Stronger |
Contents
Parties
After lengthy talks regarding a Coalition prior to the By Election many members were commited to a Centre-Left Coalition.
- Socialist Internationalist Party
- Ecological Foundation Party
- Gaelic Páirtí
- Liberal Party
- Socialist Labour Party
- Muslim Voice
- Pensioner Party
- Youth Party
- Catholic Conservatives
- Rainbow Peace Team
Policies
Upon creation of the People's Coalition the two founding parties, SIP and EFP, made a list of policies which ar the 'Foundation of the Party'.
- To be caring towards the Enviroment,
- To be supportive of the UN,
- To be Peaceful,
- To be Liberal in outlook,
- To have be economically Left Wing in outlook,
- To not be extreme,
- To create a fairer, better, stronger Niploma for all.
Election
Due to sheer weight of numbers the People's Coalition can expect an easy win against Libertarian rivals, the Libertarian Reform Party. Analysts predict up to 50% of the vote share to be won by the party, and up to 35% going to the LRP.
Leadership
An election is currently being fought within the Coaliton for political leadership of the Coalition.
- Adráin Robert - Leader of SIP and very experianced
- Éibhear Elwes - Leader of EFP and young and respected
- Odhrán Torin - SIP Deputy. Youthful and liked.
- Francis Gardner - Liberal Party Leader. Unknown but vibrant.
Leadership Results
First Round
- Elwes 34%
- Torin 25%
- Robert 23%
- Gardner 18%
Gardner ejected.
Second Round
- Elwes 43%
- Torin 39%
- Robert 18%
Torin and Elwes foward to contest Leadership position. Robert declares support for Torin.
Leadership Round
- Torin 55%
- Elwes 45%
Torin becomes Leader of People's Coalition
President Round
Remaining contestents battle for Presidential position.
Elwes steps down and declares 'Robert to be more suited to the job.' Robert becomes President.
Council
The People's Coalition has a newly appointed Council of 24 members. The twenty-two consist of President and Leader of each individual party. The remaing two consist of the Leader and President of the Coalition.
Strength and Criticism
It is obvious to the educated majority of Niploma that the People's Coalition is a Coalition clearly for the benefit of the Socialist Internationalist Party. Indeed, several Deputies from the party claimed it was a 'farce' on the behalf of Adrain Robert to get back at McKibben.
Those who do not support the People's Coalition are very scared of it. They realise the huge electoral power it will hold due to the varied supportbase it will get. It effectively supports everyone from the Centre of politics to the left. On the left are parties such as Socialist Labour, a Communistic party that split from the OCWP, of course there are the moderate Socialists (and Reformists) of SIP aswell. Towards the centre there is the growing Liberal Party, effectively a pro-UN 'upper class' party to counter the Libertarian Reform Party (LRP). The second largest party in the Coalition is the Ecological Foundation Party, which uphold leftist values (it is noted for its extreme liberal values) together with ecological principles. There are also the other parties, the already strong Gaelic Páirtí along with several religious groups. Interestingly there is a Conservative party in the Coalition that has gathered interest from the LRP, and has been a subject of criticism. This large group will attract votes.
Regardless of this huge Coalition and its varying parties the Coalition could be very counter-productive. The minor fringe parties in the Coalition may recieve up to 5% of the vote (38 seats) but if some get such small percentages that they do not even get a seat or simply split the vote the Coalition will appear weaker.
It is also odd to note why the President is Adárin Robert, an almost beaten figure in politics, instead of the young Elwes.
McKibben, leader of the LRP, declared after leadership results for the Coalition that it was merely a 'playtoy of SIP'. Indeed, both the Leader and President of the party are from the SIP.
Avoiding criticism Odhrán Torin replied saying that if the Coalition wins Cabinet Deputy positions will be shared proportionally to the parties in the group. 'And of course', Torin exclaimed, 'The Greens are a major part of our Coalition.'
