Genovian Democratic Party

The Genovian Democratic Party (French: Parti Démocratique Génovien) was also known as the Democratic Party of Genovia (French: Parti Démocratique de Genovia/Parti Démocratique du Genovie) was a political party in the Kingdom of Genovia, founded in November 24, 2009 by Lily Bernal, Gabriella Henriquez, Fernando Radley, Silford Sanderson and Angela Van Gorder. It seeks to be an alternative to traditional politics. At present, it is fielding candidates for the Genovian General Elections.

In the backdrop of the severe economic crisis in 2008-2009 and at a time when the policies of Queen Amelia Thermopolis Renaldi were under severe criticisms from the local as well as international media,the Genovian Democratic Party was formed by five dissatisfied Genovian youth: Lily Bernal, Gabriella Henriquez, Fernando Radley, Silford Sanderson and Angela Van Gorder. Sensing the discontent of the population, GDP was formed on the basis of popular sentiment against the monarchy at that time. GDP was formally launched on 24 November, 2009.

Formation
This led to the formation of Genovian Democratic Party by five youths of the country who were dissatisfied with the administration of the country.It was founded in the year 2009.GDP is a Socialist Liberal Party with its core values being democracy, liberty and justice. GDP is considered as a Center-Left Party in the Genovian political scene. This is the first time that a political party has actually been formed in Genovia against the Monarchy and their central agenda is to abolish the decision making powers of the Monarchy in the administration of the state. The prominent faces of the party are Philip Schlosstein and Lynette Renoir.

Political Standpoint
"We assert that every Genovian has an equal right and intellect to make decisions that affect his life and liberty. We stand for equal rights to every citizen of Genovia, irrespective of birth, race or occupation. Through the process of constitutional reform, we intend to ensure that the country never suffers from the tyranny of the monarchy again, and the powers of governance rest with the Parliament alone.”


 * Transfer of governmental powers to the Parliament
 * Restoring friendly relations with political allies
 * Agricultural reform, especially in the vineyard sector
 * Ensuring economic stability of the nation by reducing debt
 * Instituting a participatory democracy

Radical Ideology
The Genovian Democratic Party is considered to have radical views, especially in its open opposition to the policies of the monarchy. Its campaign has largely revolved around the questionable policies of the monarchy (namely the Queen). It has criticized the nepotism of the House of Lords in the Parliament, and has accused the Queen of favouring the elite while choosing the Members of Parliament.

GDP has been a vocal supporter of bringing in a participatory democracy in Genovia, similar somewhat to that in Switzerland.