Diplomacy & Politics Glossary

A political perspective favoring moderate policies that incorporate elements from both liberal and conservative viewpoints to appeal to a broad electorate.

A form of nationalism based on shared citizenship, values, and political rights rather than ethnicity or culture.

A philosophy that aims to influence choices for individuals' benefit while preserving freedom of choice.

A political ideology emphasizing individual freedom, limited government, and free-market principles.

A political ideology emphasizing loyalty and devotion to one's nation and its interests.

Deep and lasting divisions in society, such as class, religion, or ethnicity, that shape political party systems and voter alignments.

The process by which individuals or groups create new political issues or movements to gain support or influence.

A political ideology that pits 'the people' against elites and emphasizes direct popular control.

A political movement claiming to represent the common people against elites or established institutions.

A political ideology combining populist appeals to ordinary people with nationalist emphasis on national sovereignty and identity.

Political messaging that appeals to ordinary people against perceived elites or establishments. It often simplifies complex issues to gain mass support.

A political ideology advocating for collective ownership or regulation of the means of production to promote social equality.

Policy approaches that nudge individuals toward beneficial choices while preserving freedom of choice, often used in democratic governance.

A centrist political ideology blending traditional left-wing and right-wing policies to adapt to globalization.