Liberals
/ˈlɪbərəlz/
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- (n.) Members or supporters of a political philosophy advocating individual rights, civil liberties, and often progressive reforms.
The liberals pushed for stronger protections of free speech in the new legislation.
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In legal contexts, 'liberals' often refers to advocates of policies emphasizing individual rights and governmental reforms, influencing interpretations of constitutional protections.
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