social democracies

A form of social democracy — A moderate left-wing political philosophy or ideology that aims to achieve socialist (socialistic) goals within a democratic society such as by means of a strong welfare state and nationalisation of private industry.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of social democracy
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