social democracy
"Social democracy" is a political ideology that merges democratic governance with social welfare principles to promote equality and justice within a capitalist framework.
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Definition
C1Political Philosophy
(academic, technical)A political ideology that aims to achieve socialist goals through democratic processes and state intervention, emphasizing social justice and economic regulation.
Example
- Social democracy promotes policies like universal healthcare and public education.
- Countries like Sweden and Norway are often cited as examples of social democracies.
B2Governance
(formal)A system of government where the state ensures the well-being of its citizens through social welfare programs and economic regulation within a democratic framework.
Example
- Under social democracy, the government plays a significant role in providing public services.
- Social democracy seeks to balance economic growth with social equity.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "social democracy":
democratic socialismscientific socialismsocial fascistliberal democracysocial imperialism