Green Progressive Alliance
The Green Progressive Alliance (Alexandrian: Alliance Progressiste Verte) is a political alliance in Oportia formed in III.1738 AN between the Liberal Progressive Party of Oportia (LPP) and the Green Party of Oportia (GPO). The alliance was created to unite progressive and environmental forces ahead of the 1738 general election, resulting in a decisive victory for alliance leader Francisco Valverde and majorities in both houses of the Federal Congress.
Formation
The alliance emerged from secret negotiations between the LPP leadership and GPO chair Felicia Belanger during the LPP primary campaign in early 1738 AN. Following Valverde's primary victory over Senate Majority Leader Fatima Gaugin, the GPO held a special party congress where delegates voted 78% in favor of joining the alliance. The agreement included significant environmental commitments from the LPP, including strict Alexandrium mining regulations and guaranteed GPO representation in key cabinet positions. The formation marked the first time the GPO had declined to run its own Federal Representative candidate since its founding in 1707 AN. A small faction led by Deputy Jacques Verdier initially opposed the alliance but later reconciled after securing additional environmental policy commitments and being promised key positions in the administration.
Electoral Performance
The Alliance achieved significant success in the 1738 election, with Valverde winning 55.61% of the vote for Federal Representative. The coalition secured 192 seats in the Chamber of Deputies, 36 seats in the Senate, and 19 mayoralties, marking the most decisive victory for progressive forces in Oportian history.
Structure
The Alliance maintains separate party structures while coordinating through a joint leadership council. Key positions include:
- Leader: Francisco Valverde (LPP)
- President: Felicia Belanger (GPO)
- Parliamentary Leader: Marcel Vermeuil (LPP)
- Environmental Policy Coordinator: Jacques Verdier (GPO)
Policy Platform
The Alliance's platform combines traditional LPP progressive policies with the GPO's environmental agenda. Key elements include:
- Strict regulation of Alexandrium mining and processing;
- Investment in renewable energy infrastructure;
- Expansion of social welfare programs;
- Progressive taxation system;
- Strong environmental protection measures;
- Support for the Concord Alliance Treaty Organization.
Government Participation
Following the 1738 AN election victory, the Alliance formed a government with GPO leader Felicia Belanger serving as Chancellor of Oportia and other GPO figures taking key environmental and energy portfolios. The coalition agreement stipulates that environmental policy decisions require consensus between both parties.
Electoral Performance
| Election | Leader | Votes | % | Seats | +/– | Government |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1738 AN | Francisco Valverde | 12,272,991 | 55.61 | 192/381 | +55 | In office |
