The Christian-Social People's Party (german: Christlich-Soziale Volkspartei), often shortened to People's Party (german: Volkspartei, VP), was a

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. Founded in 1918, the Christian-Social People's Party and the

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(FBP) were the first political parties in Liechtenstein.

History

The party was established in 1918 as an offshoot of the

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movement.Vincent E McHale (1983) ''Political parties of Europe'', Greenwood Press, p609 It first formed the country's government following the 1922 elections, and remained in power until losing the 1928 elections. In 1936, it merged with

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(LHD) to form the Patriotic Union (VU).

Electoral performance

Ideology

The VP advocated for an expansion of democracy and progressive social policies, and was also supportive of the country's constitutional monarchy. Due to its pro-democratic social liberal leanings and party colors, party members were often referred to disparagingly as "Reds."

References

Defunct Christian political parties Catholic political parties Defunct political parties in Liechtenstein Political parties established in 1918 Political parties disestablished in 1936 1918 establishments in Liechtenstein 1936 disestablishments in Liechtenstein {{Liechtenstein-party-stub