social justice
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of social justice
First recorded in 1825–30
Example Sentences
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Mr. Buck analyzed more than 400 readings from 75 course syllabi and categorized them as “traditional,” “progressive,” “therapeutic,” or “critical,” meaning critical race and other social justice theories.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
“Fidel was for my generation of Latin Americans a living symbol of the struggle for social justice, liberty and sovereignty,” former Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff said in a statement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
The organization brings together dozens of Black churches on social justice issues, including voter education.
From Barron's ● Aug. 8, 2026
He’s also been a vocal advocate for social justice and humanitarian causes both in the U.S. and abroad.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
Many of them, like Sojourner Truth and Victoria Woodhull, became important spokeswomen for other social justice movements.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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