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Labour Party

2026-09-19T19:20:10Z

Alexandros212: Added Labour party heading

{{Infobox political party
| name = Labour Party
| logo = [[File:PNSP gapla.png|200px]]
| colorcode = #f70000
| founder = [[Chelsea Chen]]
| leader1_title = [[President of Gapla]]
| leader1_name = [[Max Dépelteau]]
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| europarl = [[Wikipedia:Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats|Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats]] (unofficial)
| ideology = Progressivism Modern liberalism Social democracy
| position = Center-left '''Historical:''' Left-wing
| country = Federated States of Gapla
| seats1_title = [[Provisional Government]]
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The '''Labour Party''' ('''LAB''') is a center-left political party in the [[Federated States of Gapla]]. The party is characterized by its commitment to progressive liberalism, social democracy, democratic reform, and modernization of Gaplan institutions.

The party was originally founded as the '''People's New Socialist Party''' ('''PNSP''') in 2019 before undergoing ideological and organizational changes. In 2022, the party was renamed the '''People's Liberal Party''' ('''PLP'''), reflecting a shift away from democratic socialism toward social liberalism and a regulated market economy. In 2026, following a major internal reorganization under party leader [[Max Dépelteau]], the party adopted the name '''Progressive Liberal Party''' ('''PLP''') which was later updated to the current name '''Labour Party''' ('''LAB''').

Labour currently holds two seats in the [[Provisional Government]]. The party represents itself as a constructive reform party, supporting cooperation with other political movements while advocating for strong democratic institutions, modern governance, and the development of durable policies that serve all Gaplans.

== History ==

=== People's New Socialist Party (2019–2022) ===
The party was founded by [[Chelsea Chen]] in 2019 as the '''People's New Socialist Party''' ('''PNSP''').

=== People's Liberal Party (2022–2026) ===
In 2022, the party underwent an ideological transformation and was renamed the '''People’s Liberal Party''' ('''PLP''').

=== Labour Party (2026-Present) ===
In 2026, the party was renamed to the Labour Party by president Dépelteau to reflect the party's new ideologies.

== Ideology ==
The party is generally described as center-left, social liberal, progressive, reformist, civic nationalist, and modernist. The party combines progressive social policies with support for regulated capitalism and strong independent institutions.

The party's platform emphasizes that active citizenship, political cooperation, public service, and reasonable policies are absolutely necessary in order to allow Gapla to develop and survive the test of time. The party openly supports cooperation with other democratic and reformist movements when such collaboration is in the interests of Gaplan society.

== Platform ==

=== Social Policy ===
The party supports an expansive interpretation of individual rights and personal liberty with the party supporting the legal recognition and protection of [[Wikipedia:same-sex marriage|same-sex marriage]], [[Wikipedia:abortion-rights movement|abortion rights]], access to [[Wikipedia: euthanasia|euthanasia]] under regulated conditions, legal [[Wikipedia: gender self-identification|gender self-identification]], drug reform and legalization of certain substances, and protection against discrimination.

The party supports criminalizing hate speech and considers protection of vulnerable communities a responsibility of government.

=== Law Enforcement and Justice ===
The party supports a balance between public safety and civil liberties. The party opposes [[Wikipedia: police brutality|police brutality]] and misuse of authority, supporting accountability mechanisms while rejecting anti-police movements that call for the elimination of public safety institutions.

The party continues to support professional and community-oriented policing, recognizing that institutional change is possible without dismantling existing law enforcement mechanisms.

The party believes that security institutions must maintain public trust through transparency and accountability.

=== Equality Policy ===
The party supports equal treatment under law and opposes discrimination based on identity or personal characteristics.

The party opposes [[Wikipedia: affirmative action|affirmative action]] policies, arguing that government policy should focus on equal opportunity and individual merit rather than preferential treatment based on group identity.

This position has been considered one of the party's most conservative compared with other progressive movements.

=== Economic Policy ===
The party supports a [[Wikipedia: mixed economy|mixed-market economy]] combining private enterprise with government regulation and social protections.

The party supports [[Wikipedia: capitalism|market capitalism]], strong consumer protections, [[Wikipedia: labor rights|labour rights]], government regulation where necessary, [[Wikipedia: welfare spending|social welfare]] programs, and public investment in national development.

The party opposes full [[Wikipedia: state ownership|state ownership]] of the economy, [[Wikipedia: planned economy|central planning]], and [[Wikipedia: communism|communism]].

The party believes that markets are effective tools for innovation but require responsible oversight and regulation to ensure equity and stability

=== Government Reform and National Development ===
As a political movement within a developing nation, the party places strong emphasis on institution-building. The party supports the continued goal of the [[Provisional Government|Provisional Government of Gapla]] of working towards a permanent constitution with transparent government operations, distinct separation of powers, and strong individual rights and freedoms.

=== Citizenship and National Identity ===
The party supports the development of a strong national civic identity based upon democracy, service, inclusion, and responsibility.

The party supports strong civic education, programs for citizens to directly participate in governance, and preservation of Gaplan history and culture.

=== Foreign Affairs ===
The party supports a foreign policy focused on diplomatic engagement, international cooperation, and building credibility and rapport among other nations.

The party believes that Gapla's international image can be built and strengthened through a strong foreign policy and through responsible and respectable governance domestically.

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Socialist Republic Party

2026-09-19T19:17:28Z

Alexandros212:

{{Infobox political party
| name = Socialist Republic Party
| logo = [[File:SRPGapla.jpg|200px]]
| colorcode = #fe5a00
| split = [[People's Liberal Party]]
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| leader = Connor Hetner
| founder = Nicolas Wiedemann
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| ideology = Democratic socialism Republicanism Left-wing populism '''Factions:''' Anarchism Libertarian communism
| position = Left-wing to far-left
| country = Federated States of Gapla
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| european = [[Wikipedia:The Left in the European Parliament – GUE/NGL|The Left in the European Parliament]] (unofficial)
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| seats1_title = [[Provisional Government]]
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}}The '''Socialist Republic Party''' ('''SRP''') is a democratic socialist, republican, and left-wing populist party in the [[Federated States of Gapla]]. In 2022, the party split from the [[Labour Party]], then the People's New Socialist Party, because the party was a modern liberal party and not a socialist party and was therefore not considered sufficiently left-wing by the SRP's founder, Nicolas Wiedemann.

== History ==

== Platform and ideology ==
In terms of social policy, the party is progressive, supporting legal [[Wikipedia:Same-sex marriage|same-sex marriage]], [[Wikipedia:Abortion-rights movement|abortion rights]], [[Wikipedia:Euthanasia|euthanasia]], [[Wikipedia:Gender self-identification|gender self-identification]], [[Wikipedia:Right to keep and bear arms|gun rights]], and [[Wikipedia:Affirmative action|affirmative action]]. The party supports the legalization of drugs and prostitution, and supports supports freedom of speech, even for hate speech and other offensive speech. The party is [[Wikipedia:republicanism|republican]] and has supported the abolition of the [[monarchy of Gapla]] since 2022.

In terms of economic policy, the party is [[Wikipedia:democratic socialism|democratic socialist]], although some factions are [[Wikipedia:anarchism|anarchist]] and [[Wikipedia:libertarian communism|libertarian communist]]. It favors [[Wikipedia:wealth redistribution|wealth redistribution]], [[Wikipedia:nationalization|nationalization]], a decentralized [[Wikipedia:Planned economy|planned economy]], and has left-wing populist [[Wikipedia:eat the rich|anti-rich views]].

Collin Esposo

2026-09-19T17:00:48Z

Alexandros212: Added line about his resignation.

{{Infobox officeholder
| honorific-prefix = [[Wikipedia:Excellency|His Excellency]]
| name = Collin Esposo
| honorific-suffix = <abbr title="Ministerial Councilor">MC</abbr> <abbr title="Corps Diplomatique">CD</abbr>
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| image = [[File:Collin Esposo Portrait.jpg|200px]]
| caption = Official portrait, 2026

| office = 6th [[President of Gapla]]
| term_start = 20 July 2026
| term_end = 7 September 2026
| deputy = [[Max Dépelteau]]
| predecessor = [[Hendrik Täks]]
| successor = [[Max Dépelteau]]

| office1 = [[Provisional Government|Member of the Provisional Government]]
| term_start1 = 2 June 2026
| term_end1 = 7 September 2026
| president1 = [[Hendrik Täks]] Collin Esposo (self)
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| 1blankname = Portfolio
| 1namedata = Foreign Affairs (2026)
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| office2 = [[Provisional Government|Gaplan Consul General to Texas]]
| term_start2 = 2 June 2026
| president2 = [[Hendrik Täks]]

| party = [[Gapla Civic Party]]
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'''Collin Matthew Esposo''' (né '''Hose''', born 18 October 1995) is a Gaplan politician and educator who served as the 6th [[President of Gapla]] in 2026, following the resignations of [[Hendrik Täks]] and [[Connor Klinkosch]]. He was a member of the [[Provisional Government]], and served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Esposo was the first president from outside of [[Wikipedia:Generation Z|Generation Z]] and the first openly [[Wikipedia:Gay men|gay]] president.

Esposo joined Gapla in May 2026, after the former Verdis National Party — which he founded and led — voted to leave the [[Free Republic of Verdis]] and join Gapla due to tensions between the party and the Verdisian government. Members of the former party created the [[Gapla Civic Party]], which he has led since its founding.

Esposo resigned on 6 September 2026, transferring the office to Dépelteau following a nationwide election.

== Personal life ==
Esposo was raised in rural communities in [[Wikipedia:Illinois|Illinois]], a state in the [[Wikipedia:United States|United States]]. Outside of Gapla, he is a teacher with degrees in Education and Curriculum and Instruction.

Gapla Youth Advisory

2026-09-19T16:35:58Z

Alexandros212: Added line about inactivity, changed director to Diego Hernandez.

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| established = 17 June 2026
| membership = 60
| membership_year = 25 June 2026
| leader_title = Director
| leader_name = Diego Hernandez
| leader_title2 = Chairperson
| leader_name2 = Hayden DuPree
| leader_title3 = Vice Chairperson
| leader_name3 = Luis Manuel Andrade
| leader_title4 = Secretary
| leader_name4 = Billy Lewis
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The '''Gapla Youth Advisory''', commonly known by its acronym '''GYA''', is a [[Wikipedia:Non-governmental organization|non-governmental organization]] established by the [[Provisional Government|Provisional Government of Gapla]] on 17 June 2026. The goal of the organization is to promote political participation and youth engagement with the development and progression of the [[Federated States of Gapla]] as well as enhancing the voice of members of the Gaplan community aged 13–16.

== History ==
The organization was an initiative proposed by Provisional Governor Ben Wallace of the [[Gapla Civic Party]] earlier in June 2026. After the Provisional Government voted in favor of the organization, the Gapla Youth Advisory was officially launched via an announcement on Gapla's official [[wikipedia:Discord|Discord]] server Gapla@Discord on 17 June 2026.

From July 2026 to August 2026, the server had been in a period of inactivity before recently elected minister Diego Hernandez took over, succeeding Grayson Wilcher and Calvin McPhearson as GYA director.

== Structure ==
The organization is officially directed by two adults appointed by the Provisional Government, however it is also actively managed and administered by several Provisional Governors which assisted in the establishment of the organization.

Members are responsible for electing a leadership body, consisting of a Chairperson, a Vice Chairperson and a Secretary, each with different powers, responsibilities, and duties. Currently, these positions are vacant and the first election to choose who will hold these positions will held on 24 June 2026.

To become a member of the organization, prospective members must submit an application in the Gapla Youth Advisory official Discord server that appears after a server invitation before they are allowed in to the server.

The only current requirement for membership is being aged 13–16 as well as being participating member of the Gaplan community.

== Elections ==
The first elections for the Chairperson position and Secretary position were held on the the 24 June 2026 and polls were open for 24 hours and released at 11:00 GMT the following morning.

=== Chairperson ===
For the chairperson position, two candidates tied each with 36.59% of the vote. Originally [[Jack FitzMaurice]] ran for the position in a political alliance formed with secretary candidate Billy Lewis called '''The People's Administration''', however Jack dropped out of the election due to increasing tensions in the organization and the election cycle clashing with his familial interests. Due to the abnormal tie result the management of the GYA put the winning candidates Luis Andrade and Hayden DuPree in a voice call to discuss who would take the roles of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, as the plan for the election was that the candidate with the second most amount of votes would occupy the vice position.

After discussing next to their Secretary Billy Lewis and the Provisional Government, it was decided that Hayden DuPree would become the GYA’s first Chairperson with Luis Manuel Andrade as their Vice-Chairperson. This deicsion was made as Luis Manuel Andrade’s would be absent for most of his term.

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|cand1=Luis Manuel Andrade
|votes1=15

|party2=
|cand2=Diego Hernandez
|votes2=11

|party3=
|cand3=Hayden DuPree
|votes3=15

|novote=19

|electorate=60
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=== Secretary ===

For the secretary position, despite their being two original candidates, Psyco who was originally running dropped out just hours before polls opened claiming he wanted to serve as an "advisor" to the Chairperson and felt he would be better suited in that role. Due to this only one candidate was on the ballot, however the turnout was significantly lower with 10 less votes cast compared to the other election held that day.

{{Election results
|party1=
|cand1=Billy Lewis
|votes1=29

|novote=11

|electorate=60
}}