Ciriaco De Mita

ModernPoliticianItaly1928 — ?

DC party leader and prime minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1928

Country

Italy

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)54

Legacy (20%)45

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score55.7

Ciriaco De Mita — Complete Timeline

1982 AD

Secretary of the Christian DemocracyPolitical Action◆ Major

De Mita was elected Secretary of the Christian Democracy (DC) party in 1982. He led the party through a period of internal reform, aiming to modernize its structure and reduce factionalism, but faced resistance from traditionalist wings.

Italian PoliticsChristian DemocracyParty Reform

Impact: nationalconstructive

1988 AD

Prime Minister of ItalyPolitical Action◆ Major

De Mita served as Prime Minister from April 1988 to July 1989. His government focused on economic reforms, including the reduction of public debt and the liberalization of markets, but was criticized for its slow pace and internal conflicts.

Italian PoliticsGovernmentEconomic Reform

Impact: national

1989 AD

Fall of the De Mita governmentPolitical Action◆ Major

De Mita's government fell in July 1989 after losing the support of the Socialist Party, led by Bettino Craxi. The collapse was due to personal and political rivalries, highlighting the instability of coalition governments in Italy.

Italian PoliticsCoalition CrisisGovernment Fall

Impact: nationaldestructive

1999 AD

European ParliamentPolitical Action

De Mita served as a Member of the European Parliament from 1999 to 2004. He focused on European integration and agricultural policies, representing Italy in the European People's Party group.

European PoliticsEuropean ParliamentIntegration

Impact: regional