Křesťanská a demokratická unie / Československá strana lidová
Christian and Democratic Union / Czechoslovak People's Party
Christian and Democratic Union / Czechoslovak People's Party
European Parliament Group
Change of +3.3 since last election
+3.3 in the last 3 months
The foundation of the KDU-ČSL rests on Christian-humanist values and Catholic social teaching. It views humanity as part of a divinely ordained order, where the family, as the fundamental unit of society, holds supreme priority. Its worldview is shaped by subsidiarity: the state should only intervene where smaller entities are overwhelmed. Tradition and stability define its understanding of nationhood, firmly rooting the Czech Republic within the Western community of values and Europe's Christian tradition.
The party's agenda heavily focuses on family support, the protection of unborn life, and strengthening rural regions. It advocates for tax relief for parents and makes significant political investments in social security systems. Its core constituency includes devout Christians, rural residents – particularly in Moravia – and conservative voters who prefer moderate, dependable policies over radical experiments. In economic policy, the party champions a social market economy with an ecological dimension.
Strategically, the KDU-ČSL serves as a classic 'coalition builder' and an anchor of stability. Due to its ideological flexibility in coalition matters, it is considered a natural governing party that moderates extremes. Its relationship with the institutions of the rule of law is uncompromisingly loyal.
Total Duration: 26 years • 3 months • 3 weeks • 1 day
Total Duration: -
Total Duration: 26 years • 3 months • 3 weeks • 1 day
The party participated in government for 68% of the legislative period.
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