Political Parties

Liberty and Refoundation

The Honduran Liberty and Refoundation, known by its Spanish acronym LIBRE, is a political party in Honduras that emerged in the wake of the 2009 coup d'état, which ousted President Manuel Zelaya. The party was founded in 2011, primarily by Zelaya and his supporters, as a response to what they perceived as the illegitimate overthrow of a democratically elected government and the subsequent political repression and neoliberal policies implemented by the succeeding administrations. LIBRE positions itself as a left-wing, progressive party, aiming to challenge the traditional political…  Read more hegemony in Honduras, which has been dominated by two main parties: the National Party and the Liberal Party.

Liberal Party of Honduras

The Liberal Party of Honduras, known in Spanish as Partido Liberal de Honduras (PLH), is one of the two major political parties in Honduras, alongside the National Party. Founded in the late 19th century, specifically in 1891, it has played a significant role in the political landscape of the country, advocating for a range of policies and ideologies over the years. The party's roots are deeply embedded in liberal ideology, which traditionally emphasizes individual freedoms, democracy, and a market-oriented economy, although its specific policy positions have evolved over time.

The Libera…  Read morel Party of Honduras has historically championed civil liberties, including freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and the right to a fair trial. It has also advocated for a separation of powers within the government to ensure a balance and prevent any single branch from gaining too much power. Economically, the party has supported policies that encourage free enterprise, though it has also backed social programs aimed at reducing poverty and inequality. This reflects a broader liberal approach that seeks to balance the benefits of a market economy with the need for social safety nets and equal opportunities.

Innovation and Unity Party

The Honduran Innovation and Unity Party, known by its Spanish acronym PINU, is a political entity in Honduras that was established in the late 1970s. Emerging during a period of political turmoil and transition towards democracy, PINU was founded with the aim of offering a political alternative that diverged from the traditional power structures dominated by the National Party of Honduras and the Liberal Party of Honduras. The party's foundation is rooted in principles of social democracy, advocating for a political ideology that emphasizes social justice, economic equality, and the prot…  Read moreection of civil liberties.

Independent

Anti-Corruption Party

The Honduran Anti-Corruption political party, known in Spanish as the Partido Anti Corrupción (PAC), was established in Honduras as a response to widespread corruption and inefficiency within the country's traditional political system. Founded by Salvador Nasralla, a well-known TV personality and sports journalist, in 2011, the party emerged from a growing public outcry against corruption, seeking to offer a new political alternative to the Honduran electorate. The PAC positioned itself as a movement outside the conventional political spectrum, aiming to disrupt the longstanding…  Read more dominance of the two major political parties in Honduras, the National Party and the Liberal Party.