centreleft
Centre-left refers to a family of political positions that sits to the left of center on the political spectrum but remains more moderate than radical or far-left movements. It combines a commitment to social equality and welfare with a belief in democratic institutions and a market-based economy. Centre-left parties typically advocate a mixed economy, strong public services, progressive taxation, and robust social protections, while supporting civil liberties and reform through parliamentary processes rather than revolutionary change.
Policy emphasis often includes universal health care or affordable education, workers’ rights, climate action, and gradual
Historically, the term emerged in the 20th century to describe parties linked to labor movements or social
Critics argue that centre-left positions can be costly or too conciliatory toward business interests, while supporters