fiscal conservatism

noun

A conservative political philosophy, typically consisting of a balanced budget, lower taxes, smaller government, free trade, and a free market.

Meanings

nounfiscal conservatism (uncountable)
  1. USuncountableA conservative political philosophy, typically consisting of a balanced budget, lower taxes, smaller government, free trade, and a free market.
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