Civic Nationalism
Civic nationalism defines the nation by shared citizenship, laws and political values rather than ancestry or ethnicity. Anyone who accepts the common civic identity can belong, and loyalty to the nation-state is treated as a unifying bond.
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Favours a shared national framework with common rights for all citizens.
Bases national belonging on democratic citizenship and equal rights.
No strong lean; balances civic order with liberty.
Prioritises the nation-state, while remaining open to cooperation.
Supports national defence without strong militarism.
Expects newcomers to adopt shared civic values and language, regardless of origin.
No defining economic position.
No defining position on regulation.
No firm stance; some forms lean toward national economic interest.
Usually treats citizenship as independent of religion.
Neutral on social change; compatible with left and right.
No defining position on technology.