an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation

resistant to change, particularly in relation to politics or religion

an inclination to favor progress and individual freedom

of or belonging to the political or intellectual left

an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation

having or showing active concern for protection of civil liberties protected by law

having or demonstrating belief in the essential goodness of man and the autonomy of the individual; favoring civil and political liberties, government by law with the consent of the governed, and protection from arbitrary authority

having or showing belief in the need for economic growth in addition to traditional liberalistic values

favoring or promoting reform (often by government action)

under group or government control