The German Democratic Party (DP) was a political party in Germany that emerged after World War II. Founded in 1948, it aimed to represent the interests of the middle class and promote democratic values. The party was part of the broader political landscape in West Germany during the Cold War, advocating for a social market economy and European integration. In the 1950s and 1960s, the DP struggled to gain significant electoral support, often competing with larger parties like the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Social Democratic Party (SPD). Eventually, the party dissolved in 1961, with many members joining other political groups to continue their political efforts.