illiberalism
Americannoun
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adherence to social or political values that are counter to those of liberalism.
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attitudes or policies that are narrow-minded, authoritarian, or intolerant.
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Their conversation explores what liberalism really is at its core, how both the political left and right have drifted into illiberalism, and what ordinary citizens can do to restore faith in liberal principles and institutions.
From Slate ● May 16, 2026
Saturday's summit in Spain was the fourth meeting of the In Defence of Democracy initiative, which aims to counter extremism and illiberalism.
From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2026
Christianity should be a source of resistance to neofascism, illiberalism and authoritarianism.
From Salon ● Jan. 9, 2024
Yet this is where her illiberalism truly shines through.
From New York Times ● Feb. 9, 2021
In spite of true generosity and kindliness, I was aware of an undercurrent of illiberalism and violence which amazed me.
From My Impressions of America by Asquith, Margot
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