Fine Gael Political Party

• Fine Gael is a prominent political party in Ireland that positions itself on the center-right of the political spectrum. It is one of the two major parties in the country, alongside Fianna Fáil, and has played a significant role in Irish politics since its foundation in 1933. The party's origins can be traced back to the pro-Treaty side of the Irish Civil War, which has influenced its pragmatic and pro-European stance.
  
  The values of Fine Gael are rooted in Christian democratic and liberal-conservative ideologies. The party advocates for policies that promote economic liberalism, aiming for a free-market economy where the government plays a minimal role in regulating businesses, yet ensuring that there is enough regulation to prevent market abuses and to protect workers' rights. Fine Gael places a strong emphasis on fiscal responsibility, advocating for balanced budgets, low taxes, and policies that encourage entrepreneurship and job creation.
  
  Socially, while the party has traditionally been seen as conservative, it has in recent years shown a capacity to evolve, supporting progressive legislation on issues such as same-sex marriage and abortion, reflecting changing social attitudes in Ireland. This shift demonstrates Fine Gael's pragmatic approach to social issues, balancing its conservative roots with the need to adapt to contemporary societal values.
  
  Fine Gael is also characterized by its staunch support for the European Union. The party views Ireland's membership in the EU as essential for the country's economic prosperity and international influence. It supports deeper European integration and has been a proponent of policies that strengthen Ireland's ties with other EU member states.
  
  At its core, Fine Gael seeks to represent a blend of traditional conservative values with a commitment to modernization and progress, both economically and socially. The party aims to appeal to a broad spectrum of voters by promoting policies that ensure stability, prosperity, and social cohesion within a framework of individual liberty and responsibility.

Ideologijos:

• Liberal conservatism, Christian democracy, Liberalizmas, Proeuropietiškumas, Irish reunification

politika:

• See the complete list of 215 policies for the Fine Gael

Oficiali svetainė:

• http://www.finegael.ie