Divers droite at a glance

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In France, 'Divers droite' (abbreviated DVD) refers to politicians or candidates who are assigned to the right-wing political spectrum but do not belong to a specific party. This designation includes both members of small right-wing parties and independent candidates. In the last elections, Divers droite achieved 3.7% of the votes and currently has 27 representatives in the National Assembly.
What does 'Divers droite' mean?
The term 'Divers droite' (DVD) is used in France to characterize politicians or candidates who belong to the right-wing political spectrum but are not affiliated with a specific party. This can include members of small right-wing parties, independent candidates, or those who run independently of larger parties. The designation serves to provide a clear categorization in the political context, especially during elections, to make the political orientation of candidates recognizable to voters.
Current political significance of Divers droite
The representatives play a role in the political landscape of France, particularly in situations where no party has an absolute majority. Their support can be crucial in securing majorities for specific legislative proposals. The Divers droite representatives often act independently, allowing them to respond flexibly to political developments and represent their specific regional interests.
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Position on the EU
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Historical election results

Divers droite: Historical election results in France

Historical participation in government since 1945

Historical participation in government since 1945
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ParlGov – Parliamentary Democracy Data

Long-running research data from the University of Bremen. It documents political parties and governments and enables systematic political comparison.
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Döring, Holger and Philip Manow. 2024. Parliaments and governments database (ParlGov): Information on parties, elections and cabinets in established democracies.

CHES – Chapel Hill Expert Survey

Europe’s most important expert survey on party positions. More than 400 political scientists from different countries assess party positions based on scientific criteria.
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