The Pirate Party in Iceland, founded in 2012, focuses on pirate politics, direct democracy, and open government. Led by a rotating chairperson and with a membership of over 5,000, the party aims for significant electoral influence. Noteworthy achievements include winning 5.1% of votes in their first election, advocating for the repeal of Iceland’s blasphemy laws post-Charlie Hebdo, and proposing Edward Snowden for Icelandic citizenship. Despite initial popularity and high polling numbers, the Pirate Party saw fluctuations in electoral success, dropping seats in subsequent elections. Their unconventional strategies and firm stance on European Union membership continue to spark interest and controversy in Icelandic politics.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pirate_Party_(Iceland)