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Movement for Active Democracy
AbbreviationM.A.D.
LeaderAndy Kirkwood
Founded2009
HeadquartersSouth Dorset

The Movement for Active Democracy (M.A.D.) is an alternative British political party created by Andy Kirkwood. Originated in South Dorset party leader Andy Kirkwood endorses the Swiss model of government in which anyone can propose a policy and force the issue to a referendum if they can gather enough support. Without having a general manifesto, that's the main goal of the party.[1] Kirkwood also urges people to stand as independents under the slogan “vote for yourself”. The Movement for Active Democracy was votable for the first time at the United Kingdom general election of 2010.[2][3]

References

  1. ^ Jeffery, Simon (2010-04-28). "M.A.D. by name, mad by ... | Politics". The Guardian. Retrieved 2014-03-17.
  2. ^ Matthews, Jenny (2010-04-28). "Election 2010: Potholes to peace - more unusual pledges". BBC News. Retrieved 2014-03-17.
  3. ^ Carpenter, Julie (2010-04-26). "The election eccentrics". Daily Express. Retrieved 2014-03-17.