Kresťanskodemokratické hnutie
Christian Democratic Movement
Christian Democratic Movement
Centre-Right
European Parliament Group
Change of +0.1 since last election
+0.5 in the last 3 months
The KDH's foundation rests on the pillars of the Christian understanding of humanity and the principle of subsidiarity. The party views the state not as a panacea, but as a protector of society's smallest unit: the family. Its worldview is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition, reflected in a consistent rejection of liberal reforms on ethical issues. For the KDH, national identity is inextricably linked to Europe's Christian heritage, viewing freedom and responsibility as an inseparable unity.
The KDH's agenda centers on protecting unborn life, promoting traditional family models, and strengthening rural areas. Economically, it champions small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and sound fiscal management, complemented by Christian-social welfare systems. Its target audience primarily includes value-conservative voters in predominantly Catholic rural regions, as well as citizens who prioritize stability and moral integrity over populist experiments. On educational matters, the party advocates for greater scope for faith-based offerings.
Within the Slovak party system, the KDH serves as a reliable anchor for the civic-conservative bloc. Strategically, it often acts as a bridge-builder for pro-European coalitions, yet frequently encounters limits to cooperation with liberal forces on socio-political issues. Despite its deep roots in the democratic transition following 1989, it actively combats marginalization in an increasingly polarized environment. The party staunchly defends the rule of law and the independence of institutions against autocratic tendencies.
Total Duration: 8 years • 10 months • 3 weeks • 4 days
Total Duration: 1 year • 3 months • 1 week • 1 day
Total Duration: 7 years • 7 months • 2 weeks • 3 days
The party participated in government for 23% of the legislative period.
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