Přísaha
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Seats in Parliament:
Přísaha does not hold any seats in parliament.
Voters:
Přísaha appeals mainly to:
- disillusioned voters frustrated with mainstream politics, especially those concerned with corruption, justice, and law enforcement
- middle-aged and working-class voters, often from smaller towns and regions outside Prague
- former supporters of ANO and SPD, particularly those seeking a more law-and-order-focused, anti-establishment alternative
History:
Přísaha was founded in 2021 by former anti-corruption police chief Robert Šlachta as a populist, anti-establishment party focused on justice reform and transparency. Though it narrowly missed entering parliament in 2021, it gained local representation in 2022 and entered the European Parliament in 2024 through a joint list with Motoristé sobě.
Political Position:
Přísaha is a populist, right-wing, and Eurosceptic movement, rooted in strong anti-corruption credentials and advocating for judicial reform, national sovereignty, and greater transparency in public institutions. The party opposes migrant quotas and the adoption of the euro, positioning itself as a principled anti-establishment alternative focused on law enforcement integrity over traditional ideological categories.
Performance:
Přísaha made its electoral debut in the 2021 parliamentary elections, narrowly missing the 5% threshold with 4.68% of the vote. It maintained public visibility through grassroots campaigning and anti-corruption messaging, gaining dozens of seats in local councils during the 2022 municipal elections. In the 2024 European Parliament elections, Přísaha formed a joint list with Motoristé sobě, and the coalition secured 2 seats with 10.26% of the national vote—one of which went to Přísaha. Party leader Robert Šlachta also won a Senate seat in Břeclav later that year. However, internal tensions between the two parties led to a breakdown in cooperation ahead of the 2025 national elections. While Přísaha retains a loyal base, its national polling remains modest, and it faces challenges in broadening its appeal beyond its anti-corruption brand.
Perception on Corruption:
Přísaha was founded on a strong anti-corruption platform and is widely perceived as a party committed to transparency and law enforcement integrity. Its leader, Robert Šlachta, built his reputation as the head of the organized crime unit of the Czech police, gaining public recognition for high-profile investigations into political corruption. While the party has not held executive power, it continues to position itself as a watchdog against elite misconduct.