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Term: statism

Description: Statism is the political philosophy or belief that centralized authority and power should be vested in the state, with a strong emphasis on government control and intervention in both economic and social affairs.

Senses:

1. Noun: A political ideology that advocates for a strong and centralized state authority.

2. Noun: The belief that government intervention and control should extend to various aspects of social and economic life.

Sample Sentences:

1. As a proponent of statism, he firmly believed that the government should play an active role in regulating businesses and redistributing wealth.

2. The country's economic policies strongly reflect the principles of statism, with heavy government regulations and a central planning system.

3. Statism often leads to a trade-off between individual freedoms and government control over society.


Related Products:

- Political Philosophy Books

- Books on State Intervention in Economy

- Books on Government Control and Individual Liberty

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