Toryism
Toryism represents the political ideology associated with the British Conservative Party, focusing on preserving traditional institutions, strong national sovereignty, and gradual rather than radical change. In modern contexts, it often manifests as a pragmatic approach to governance that prioritizes stability and free-market principles, though it has evolved to address contemporary issues like Brexit and social conservatism.
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Despite its roots in British politics, the word 'Tory' was initially a pejorative term borrowed from Irish Gaelic to describe outlaws, and it wasn't until the 19th century that the Conservative Party reclaimed it as a badge of honor, influencing political language worldwide and even appearing in American colonial debates.
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