De Rød-Grønne at a Glance

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Enhedslisten / De Rød-Grønne

The Red-Green Alliance

Political Compass
Conservative
Social
Market-oriented
Progressive
Stance on the EU
Anti-EU
Pro-EU
Enhedslisten (The Red-Green Alliance) is a socialist and ecological party in Denmark. As the furthest left-wing force in parliament, it combines core Marxist principles with radical environmental protection, advocating for a fundamental transformation of the capitalist economic system.

Values and Worldview

The party's foundation is built upon the vision of a classless society. Enhedslisten emerged as an alliance of various left-wing currents and sees itself as a collective movement against social inequality. Its ethos is shaped by solidarity and the conviction that economic power must be democratized. The state is viewed as a tool to decouple basic necessities from market forces and to radically advance redistribution from the top down.

Policy Priorities

The party's agenda focuses on a robust expansion of the Danish welfare state and an uncompromising ecological transformation. It advocates for higher taxes on corporations and the wealthy to fund education and healthcare. Its target audience includes low-income earners, the unemployed, young climate activists, and the precarious workforce. A central tension remains its critical stance on the EU, which it rejects as a neoliberal project, while simultaneously championing international solidarity.

Role in the Political System

Strategically, the party acts as a left-wing corrective and frequently serves as a kingmaker for Social Democratic-led governments. This involves a constant balancing act: on one hand, it aims to achieve tangible improvements for its voters, while on the other, its base demands a fundamental critique of the system. Despite its revolutionary origins, it now operates strictly within parliamentary institutions, yet advocates for stronger direct democracy and the curbing of private capital interests.

Key Policy Areas & Ideological Alignment

This chart illustrates the key issues for the party. Points further from the center indicate higher significance.

Core Positions & Policy Platforms

Stance 2024
Stance 2019

Economy & State

Wealth Redistribution
Pro-Redistribution
Market-Driven
Fiscal Policy
Public Investment
Austerity & Tax Cuts
Trade Policy
Free Trade
Protectionism

Society & Values

Civil Liberties vs. Security
Civil Liberties
Law & Order
Gender Equality Measures
Pro-Promotion
Against Promotion
LGBTQ+ Equality
Pro-Equality
Traditional Values
Same-Sex Marriage
Pro-Marriage
Against
Religion in Politics
Secularism
Religious Influence
Urban vs. Rural Priority
Focus on Urban Areas
Focus on Rural Areas

Environment & Climate

Environment vs. Economy: What's More Important?
Environmental Protection Over Economic Growth
Economic Growth Over Environmental Protection
Climate Action vs. Economic Growth
Climate Protection First
Economic Growth First

Migration & Integration

Immigration Policy
Open
Restrictive
Integration & Culture
Multiculturalism
Assimilation
Rights for Ethnic Minorities
Expand Rights
Equal Treatment Only
National Sovereignty
Cosmopolitan
Nationalist

Democracy & Institutions

Executive Power Distribution
Decentralized
Strong Executive
Judicial Independence
Independent
Executive Oversight
State Organization
Federalism
Centralism

Historical Election Results

De Rød-Grønne: Election Result Trends in Denmark

History of Government Participation since 1945

Power Dynamics: Historical Government Roles
Leading Government
In Government
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Total Cabinet Participations

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Cabinets Led

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Coalition Participations

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Time in Government

The party participated in government for 0% of the legislative period.

No historical government involvement

Data Sources and Methodology

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Additional Sources

Döring, Holger and Philip Manow. 2024. Parliaments and governments database (ParlGov).

CHES – Chapel Hill Expert Survey

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Additional Sources

Rovny, Jan, et al. “25 Years of Political Party Positions in Europe: The Chapel Hill Expert Survey, 1999-2024.”