Independence Party (Arkiasis)

Independence Party
Independence Party Logo
Leader	Philip Bayer
Founded	16 March, 1972
Headquarters	791 Tarkeul Ave, 01FTF384 Leighton
Student wing	Independence Student Association
Youth wing	Independence Youth Association
Membership (2014)	204,291
Ideology	Conservative Liberalism
Political position	Centre-right
International affiliation	Liberal International
Esquarian Parliament	Esquarian Liberal Alliance
Colours	Light Blue
House of Representatives	86 / 650
Senate	28 / 200
Provincial Councils	172 / 1,828
Esquarian Parliament	3 / 42
Election symbol
IP
Website
http://www.independence.org.ak

The Independence Party is a centre-right Conservative Liberal political party in Arkiasis.

They were founded as an alternative to the right wing vote which combined liberal social policies with liberal economic policies. It gained popularity in the 00's as the economic liberal faction of the Liberal Party became dissatisfied with party leadership. In coalition with the Progressive Party, the party won the 2014 parliamentary election and helped form its first ever government. They currently hold the office of President.

Ideology

The Independence Party is founded on liberal philosophy, traditionally being the most ardent supporter of 'free markets' of all Arkiasian political parties. Party policies include a greater emphasis on the free-market and decentralization to the Provincial and local levels. Other economic policies include reducing taxes, small government, deregulation and a balanced budget.

House of Representatives

Election	Seats	+/–	Government
2014	86 / 650	14	in government
2010	72 / 650	13	in opposition
2006	59 / 615	23	in opposition
2002	36 / 615	14	in opposition
1998	22 / 580	2	in opposition
1994	20 / 580		in opposition
1990	20 / 580	4	in opposition
1986	16 / 545	2	in opposition
1982	18 / 545	7	in opposition
1978	11 / 510	4	in opposition
1974	7 / 510	7	in opposition