Democratia Nova
| Democratia Nova | |
|---|---|
 | |
| English name | New Democracy |
| Party leader | TBD |
| Slogan | This is the new democratic awakening |
| Founded | May 29, 1985 |
| Split from |
Progressus Conservative Coalition |
| Newspaper | The Local Gazette |
| Student wing | Discipuli Novi |
| Youth wing | Youth Corps |
| Women's wing | Equality Action Force (EAF) |
| Membership (2021) |
 238,000 |
| Ideology |
Third Way Centrism Libertan statism Direct democracy
|
| Political position | Center |
| International affiliation | Liberal International |
| Senate |
60 / 201 |
| Website | |
| newdemocracy.le | |
Democratia Nova (Latin for "New Democracy"; party identifier N), officially Democatia Nova: New Democratic Awakening, often shortened to Nova, is a Third Way big-tent political party in Liberta. Formed in 1985 following major rifts in the moderate factions of Progressus and the Conservative Coalition, it is the third largest party in the Senate, holding 60 seats. Nova is the only large political party in Liberta to have no major internal factions. Though small factions exist, they are informal and do not have a considerable influence over party policy.
The party is notable for advocating for increased direct democracy, public participation in community development and for its aggressive spurring of voter turnout. Though a proponent of Libertan statism, Nova has generally positioned itself in favor of autonomous local social projects, such as cooperative charter schools and foundation-run hospitals. Contrary to the other two major parties, much of Democratia Nova's focus has been centered on local rather than national government, in the form of grassroots movements. The party aims to maintain or increase the judicial power of neighborhoods, and seeks to limit borough-level and national interference, excluding some issues, such as the right to abortion.
Since its creation in 1985 the party has managed to foster a strong membership base, often described as highly dedicated and in large part consisting of middle-class women and men. Branding itself as a political movement centered on welfare rather than just a party, Nova has seen significant popularity with parents and seniors. Despite being the third largest party as of 2024, membership numbers far exceed those of its two rivals, Progressus and the Conservative Coalition. Democratia Nova’s key issues often surround education, social services, and community autonomy from the state. It is often described as skeptical of Libertan unionism, and favors increased autonomy for the protectorates of Liberta.