Socialist Party of Tsumara
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| Established | 1957 (as the Party for the Independence of Tsumara ) |
| In power since | 2062 |
| Economic ideology | Democratic Socialism, Social Democracy |
| Social ideology | Progressivism, Libertarian |
| Party founder | John McDouglas |
| Party chairman | Daniel Yeldr |
| Motto | "Forward!" |
The Socialist Party of Tsumara is one of the major parties of Tsumara, and the one most often in government. It was founded as the Independence Party to fight for Tsumara's independence, and also for left-wing social and economic policies. When Tsumara became independent, it changed it's name to the Socialist Party of Tsumara. It has been the most successful party in Tsumara's history, however it was out of power for a long period during the Conservative Revolution, when the country shifted markedly to the right. It later regained power after the Conservative Revolution had subsided and the country shifted to the left again. It is generaly in favor of social progressivism, as well as a mixed economy and a large saftey net for the poor and unemployed. It currently forms the government.
Ideology
The Socialist Party is moderate Socialist/Social Democratic Party. It's members hold a variety of philosophies which can generally be described as between moderate left-liberalism and Communism. It is a very strong supporter of trade unions and worker co-operatives
Social Issues
Abortion: Should be legal up through third trimester. Fund contraception services and work to lessen occurrence of abortions.
Gay Marriage: Support
Right to Die: Support, but require approval of 2 doctors, and only in cases of terminal disease.
Drugs: Soft drugs should be kept legal, hard drugs kept banned, treatment programs funded, clean needle programs funded.
Crime: Underlying causes of crime should be addressed, and rehabilitation focused on.
Capital Punishment: Strongly Oppose
Pornography: Pornography depicting consenting adults should be legal for adults.
Economic Issues
Taxes: Progressive tax system, High taxes on the rich, low on the poor, no sales tax, luxury tax devolved to provinces
Regulation: Government ownership of public utilities and strategic industries, strong health and safety laws, strong worker protections laws.
Social Welfare: Support
Trade: Fair Trade, tariffs with states, which do not grant labor rights, but otherwise free trade.
Workers' Rights: Strongly Support.
