This article gives an overview of political liberalism and radicalism in Ecuador. It is limited to liberal and radicalparties with substantial support, mainly proven by having had representation in parliament. The sign ⇒ means a reference to another party in that scheme. (For inclusion in this scheme, it is not necessary that a party have labeled itself "liberal".)
Introduction
Liberalism has been one of the dominant political forces in Ecuador since the late 19th century. The movement became divided and lost influence in the second half of the 20th century. The Alfarista Radical Front (Frente Radical Alfarista) and the Ecuadorian Radical Liberal Party (Partido Liberal Radical Ecuatoriana) are two small remnants of the traditional liberal current in the country.
History
This section needs expansion. You can help by adding to it. (October 2013)
The timeline
From Liberal Party to Ecuadorian Radical Liberal Party
1878: Eloy Alfaro founded the Liberal Party (Partido Liberal)
1978: Dissidents from the ⇒ Ecuadorian Radical Liberal Party founded the Radical Democratic Party (Partido Radical Demócrata), renamed the same year in Democratic Party (Partido Demócrata)
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