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The Pankalopian Socialist Movement, known as PASOK from its Kalopian acronym, is a left-leaning political party in Kalopia-Wantuni. The party is the largest in the country's legislature.

Originally founded in 3850, the party is led by its first president, Dimitris Theodorakis, who has also served as President of Kalopia-Wantuni since 3862.

The ideological foundation of PASOK is rooted in nationalism and democratic socialism. Originally, the party included a more religious, conservative wing which has later diminished. The party currently commands a plurality of seats in the legislature.

Early years
Originally known as the Union of Republican Socialists, the party adopted its current name in 3862, a full twelve years after its actual formation. In 3850, union leader Dimitris Theodorakis and his ideological followers had launched the new party, and registered it for elections in 3857. Already in 3862, Theodorakis was elected President of Kalopia-Wantuni, with support from the PASOK and their allies.

Presidential elections
Presidential elections are normally held every five years, simultaneously with legislative elections. If a presidential candidate receives over half the votes, he or she is elected President of Kalopia-Wantuni. If no candidate reaches this threshold, a runoff is held between the two top-polling candidates from the first round; the winner of the runoff is declared elected.

Legislative elections
Legislative elections take place under a system of proportional representation, dubbed the single transferable vote. Under this system, voters rank their preferences on a ballot, with the candidates receiving the most and best preferences ultimately being elected.

Local elections
Local elections take place in all twenty-one cities in Kalopia, and determine the makeup of city councils, as well as who will serve in mayoral positions. Each city council consists of 29 members.