ChristenDemocratisch

ChristenDemocratisch, commonly translated as Christian Democratic in English, is a political party in the Netherlands. The party is a continuation of the former Christian Democratic Appeal (CDA), which dissolved in 2021. ChristenDemocratisch is a centrist and Christian democratic party, supporting a free market economy and a liberal social policy.

The party has its roots in the Christian Democratic Appeal, which was founded in 1980. ChristenDemocratisch is based on Christian and humanistic values, such as respect for human rights, social justice, and environmental protection. The party's ideology emphasizes the importance of free markets, private enterprise, and social security.

In the 2021 Dutch general election, ChristenDemocratisch gained 3 seats in the House of Representatives, its most significant result so far. The party currently holds 3 seats out of 150 in the Dutch parliament. Its current leader is Nicolaas Smit, who succeeded André Kolesnik in 2021.

The party's policy focus areas include environmental protection, social welfare, and foreign policy. ChristenDemocratisch generally takes a supportive stance towards international relations and European integration, promoting policies that aim to strengthen this integration. The party also supports policies that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect biodiversity.

ChristenDemocratisch's stance on social and cultural issues is characterized as conservative, with respect for traditional values and family structures. The party supports a comprehensive review of laws related to abortion, euthanasia, and other sensitive issues. Overall, ChristenDemocratisch focuses on everyday issues and offers an alternative to the dominant parties in Dutch politics.