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Peronism

American  
[puh-roh-niz-uhm] / pəˈroʊ nɪz əm /
Spanish Peronismo

noun

(sometimes lowercase)
  1. the principles or policies of Juan Perón.


Etymology

Origin of Peronism

1945–50; < Spanish peronismo; see Perón, -ism


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“Whenever Peronism has resurfaced in the past, it’s been because of a renewal of leadership,” Binetti says.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2025

Over decades, Peronism built up strong loyalty and territorial control in the province by forging close ties to organized labor and grassroots organizations, handing out pensions for retired manual laborers and stipends for young mothers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2025

The "rift" refers to the vast, decades-long gulf in Argentine politics and society between supporters and opponents of the populist political movement Peronism, founded by late President Juan Perón in the 1940s.

From BBC ● Apr. 22, 2025

Peronism, a nebulous movement with both left- and right-wing factions, has been the dominant force in Argentine politics for decades and draws its origins to the three-time-President Perón’s strong alliances with workers’ unions.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2023

"In Peronism, that is highly valued, not running away from difficulties."

From Reuters ● Oct. 20, 2023

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