More Direct Democracy (MDD) is a Dutch political party that was represented in the European Parliament between its establishment in 2021 and 2024.
The party was founded by Dorien Rookmaker, who became a member of the European Parliament in February 2020; initially representing Groep Otten, and then as an independent. Rookmaker is also the chair of the party. Starting on 8 December 8, 2021, the party was part of the faction of the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECH).history /9 9th parliamentary term | Dorien ROOKMAKER| Members, European Parliament. Accessed January 3, 2024.
The party does not have its own election manifesto, but rather is a platform for representatives who each make their own choices.MEP Dorien Rookmaker wants more direct democracy, Brusselse Nieuwe (May 22, 2023). Accessed on January 3, 2024. The party participated in the European elections in June 2024 and lost its seat.-rookmaker-mdd-on-this-list-everyone-has-their-own-point of view/ MEP Dorien Rookmaker (MDD): 'On this list everyone has made their own choice', Brusselse Nieuwe (November 9, 2023). Accessed January 3, 2024.
MDD was a member of the European Alliance for Freedom and Democracy (EAFD), a European party that focused on anti-corruption and support for the rule of law. The EAFD was disbanded in 2023.
Election results European Parliament Election List Votes % Seats +/– EP Group 2024 List 11,295 0.18 New ECR In the European Parliament elections, More Direct Democracy did not receive enough votes to secure a seat. Notably, Hester Bais, the second candidate on the list, received over 2,000 more votes than party leader Dorien Rookmaker.
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