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Latvia LPV: Latest polls, election results and positions

Election Trend
14.8 %
+8.5 since the last election
Last Election
6.3 %
Election 2022 · 9 Seats
3-Month Trend
+0.1
Three months ago: 14.7 %
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Latvija pirmajā vietā at a glance

Latvia First PfE
Flag of Latvia Latvia Right-Populist Founded 2021

Latvija pirmajā vietā (LPV) is a right-wing populist and value-conservative party in Latvia. It combines a pronounced economic liberalism with Christian-traditionalist values, positioning itself as a vocal opposition to the political establishment in Riga.

Values and Ideology
The LPV's foundation rests on two pillars: radical sovereignty and traditional family values. The party espouses a worldview where the nation-state takes precedence over supranational influences. Its understanding of humanity is deeply rooted in conservative religious principles.

Political Priorities
The LPV's agenda specifically targets entrepreneurs, Christian voters, and citizens who feel alienated by the liberal direction of mainstream parties. Economically, it advocates for substantial tax reductions and cutting red tape to position Latvia as a competitive business location. Socially, it champions the protection of "unborn life" and opposes LGBTQ+ rights. A core tenet is its critique of international organizations and global elites, emphasizing a "Latvia First" policy.

Role in the Political System
Strategically, the LPV operates as a system-critical force, employing emotional and polarizing rhetoric to channel public discontent with established politics. It acts as a provocateur in parliament and heavily utilizes social media to challenge state institutions and their decision-making processes. While formally operating within democratic boundaries, it is frequently accused of undermining trust in the rule of law and exacerbating societal divisions through its populist tactics.
Political Alignment
Conservative
Social
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Market
Progressive
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LPV: Key issues and ideological profile

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Main topics of LPV:: Economy (Core Topic), Society (Core Topic), Social Affairs (Important Topic), Migration (Minor Topic), Environment (Minor Topic)

LPV: What does the party stand for? Positions compared

Position 2024

Economy & State

Should income and wealth be redistributed? Tends to reject stronger redistribution and emphasizes personal responsibility. Stance
How should the state manage its available budget? Tends towards austerity and debt reduction. Stance
Should the local economy be protected? Represents a balanced position between trade and protection. Stance

Society & Values

What is more important: freedom or security? Prioritizes security over unrestricted freedom. Stance
Should the equality of women be promoted? Considers additional support unnecessary. Stance
Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced? Considers equality established and rejects further advancement. Stance
Should same-sex marriage be allowed? Strictly rejects same-sex marriage. Stance
What role should religions play in politics? Advocates for a close connection between religion and politics. Stance
Should policy focus on urban or rural areas? Seeks balance between urban and rural interests. Stance

Environment & Globalization

What is more important: environmental protection or economy? Seeks to balance ecological and economic interests. Stance
What is more important: climate protection or economy? Prioritizes economic growth over climate protection. Stance

Migration & Integration

How should immigration policy be regulated? Prefers restrictive immigration with clear conditions. Stance
How should immigrant integration be shaped? Views integration as a two-way process. Stance
Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights? Supports additional rights for disadvantaged groups. Stance
What role should nation-states play? Emphasizes national interests and sovereignty. Stance

Democracy & Institutions

How should power be distributed? Tends towards stronger leadership by individuals. Stance
How independent should the judiciary be? Emphasizes judicial independence with minimal oversight. Stance
How should the state be organized: centralized or federal? Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions. Stance
Positions of LPV: Should income and wealth be redistributed? Tends to reject stronger redistribution and emphasizes personal responsibility. How should the state manage its available budget? Tends towards austerity and debt reduction. Should the local economy be protected? Represents a balanced position between trade and protection. What is more important: freedom or security? Prioritizes security over unrestricted freedom. Should the equality of women be promoted? Considers additional support unnecessary. Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced? Considers equality established and rejects further advancement. Should same-sex marriage be allowed? Strictly rejects same-sex marriage. What role should religions play in politics? Advocates for a close connection between religion and politics. Should policy focus on urban or rural areas? Seeks balance between urban and rural interests. What is more important: environmental protection or economy? Seeks to balance ecological and economic interests. What is more important: climate protection or economy? Prioritizes economic growth over climate protection. How should immigration policy be regulated? Prefers restrictive immigration with clear conditions. How should immigrant integration be shaped? Views integration as a two-way process. Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights? Supports additional rights for disadvantaged groups. What role should nation-states play? Emphasizes national interests and sovereignty. How should power be distributed? Tends towards stronger leadership by individuals. How independent should the judiciary be? Emphasizes judicial independence with minimal oversight. How should the state be organized: centralized or federal? Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions.

LPV: Election results in Latvia since 1945

2022 October 1, 2022 Vote share 6.3 % Seats 9
LPV: Election results in Latvia since 1945 2022: 6.3 %

All elections since 1945 in which LPV participated. Click a row to see election details.

LPV in government: the record since 1945

1990 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 Today
Led government Involved in government Not in government
No government involvement to date

LPV has not been involved in any government since 1990.

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