Liberalism in the Czech Republic
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This article gives an overview of liberalism in the Czech Republic. It is limited to liberal parties with substantial support, mainly proved by having had a representation in parliament. The sign ⇒ denotes another party in that scheme. For inclusion in this scheme it is not necessary that parties label themselves as a liberal party.
Background
When liberalism started in the Czech lands, they were member states of Austria-Hungary. Liberals in the region started as part of the conservative nationalist National Party (Národní strana) or Old Czechs, but from 1874 they formed their own party: the National Liberal Party (Národní strana svobodomyslná), also known as the Young Czechs.
History
The liberal movement is currently unsuccessful in this country. Liberal parties are small or in decline.
Mayors and Independents
2004: Founded
Pirate Party
2006: Founded
TOP 09
2009: Founded
National Liberal Party
1874: Liberals in Bohemia seceded from the National Party and formed the National Liberal Party.
1889: A faction of the National Party joined the National Liberal Party.
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