Visionary Party (Hverland)
Visionary Party Sjónmennskuparti | |
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| Leader | Ólafur Stefánsson |
| Founded | 2021 |
| Ideology | Techno-populism |
| Political position | Big tent |
| Fjallting seats | 17 / 101 |
| Municipality seats | 49 / 475 |
| Sámedagi seats | 0 / 31 |
| Website | |
| vp.hv | |
The Visionary Party (Hverlandic: Sjónmennskuparti) is a techno-populist political party that has gained prominence due to its forward-thinking platform that leverages technology for societal betterment. The party, led by Ólafur Stefánsson, was established in 2021 by former members of the Social Democratic Party and the Moderates. Despite its recent establishment, it has already made significant inroads, securing 17 out of 101 seats in the Fjallting and 49 out of 475 seats in local municipalities. It spearheading the recent implementation of HverVision.
History
The Visionary Party was born out of a coalition of ex-Social Democratic Party and ex-Moderates members in 2021, reflecting a desire for new approaches to societal challenges. Despite being a newcomer in the political arena, it rapidly gained traction due to its unique platform and seized second place in the 2022 elections.
Ideology
The party's central philosophy hinges on transparency, social accountability, and the utilization of technology to foster societal cohesion. The Visionary Party is a staunch advocate of integrating artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies into Hverland's social and political systems. This stance, coupled with its commitment to societal transparency and accountability, positions the party at the intersection of innovation and governance.
Policy positions
The Visionary Party's policy positions reflect its commitment to using technological advancements for the betterment of society. Its key policy areas include:
- Technological innovation: The party promotes the integration of advanced technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, into various sectors including governance, healthcare, education, and infrastructure. It believes that this integration will enhance efficiency, reduce corruption, and ensure better resource allocation.
- Transparency and accountability: The party champions policies that foster government transparency and accountability. It advocates for the use of technology to improve the transparency of government operations, and to encourage citizen participation and engagement.
- Social cohesion: The party sees technology as a tool to enhance social cohesion. By bridging the digital divide and making technology accessible to all, the Visionary Party believes it can reduce social inequalities and foster a more connected society.
- Environmental sustainability: The party recognizes the role of technology in combating climate change and achieving sustainability. It supports initiatives that leverage technological innovation for clean energy, waste management, and other environmental challenges.
Voter base
The Visionary Party's voter base primarily comprises the younger demographic, technophiles, and those disillusioned with traditional politics. It appeals to voters who value transparency, social accountability, and the use of technology to solve societal issues. The party's rapid growth since its inception is indicative of a shift in the Hverlandic political landscape and a growing appetite for novel approaches to governance.
Electoral results
| Election | Votes | % | Seats | ± | Government |
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| 2022 | 14,933 | 16.90 | 17 / 101
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