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Name: Moderate Coalition of Nyland (The Moderates)

Icon: The symbol of the moderate party is lady justice wielding a balance representing a nuanced and educated approach to politics. Behind the good lady is a rising sun, representing a rejection of radicalism and a new age of balance and understanding.

Popularity: New party, so low. This party may take small groups from more extreme parties though

Position on Foreign Policy: The Moderates see Nyland as a key actor on the global stage for good. Nyland must not seek to dominate the globe however, and maintaining good relations with historical allies is important. While not interventionist, the Moderates do understand the need to get involved in foreign affairs when the greater good requires it.

Position on Economics: The Moderates recognize the importance of market forces as well as government intervention in the marketplace. The invisible hand is not always a fair one, and it is important that the government ensure the market remains as fair and neutral as it can be. That being said, government intervention should be measured and calculated, as the government can end up stifling creativity and ingenuity in the private sector. The Moderates reject the abrasive left/right conflict and instead try to view everything within the lens of equality of opportunity. There is significant concern with regards to wealth concentration, however, and the Moderates feel the constant rhetoric about "income distribution" is a smokescreen to hide the real problems.

Position on Political Centralization: The Moderates respect the importance of the states but also recognize the value of shared responsibility and obligation is necessary and prudent for a functioning society. The present system is not considered to be broken and can be worked with to ensure positive changes.

Position on Civil Rights: The Moderates do not believe the government has the right to intervene too heavily into the personal lives of citizens, barring egregious acts. The Moderates typically try to assume a "common sense" approach to individual liberty. Individual liberty is something to be protected and cherished, but it is prudent for all individuals to sacrifice some liberties for the greater good.

Position on Social Welfare: The Moderates understand the need for a safety net to ensure no one becomes trampled, but that safety net should not become a permanent cocoon of idleness and waste. Education is seen as the primary means of limiting poverty.