List of political epithets

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Reactionary

Outspoken right-wing opponent of socialist or left-wing ideology. Often used by members of the left to refer to right-wingers in general. Refers to the concept of "progressive" (leftward) social and economic changes vs "reactionary" changes, or those that are seen as reversing progress. Coined by Karl Marx to refer to opponents of Socialist revolution.

Related Topics:
Karl Marx - Socialist

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