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anarchism (noun)

a political theory favoring the abolition of governments
  • Derivationally Related Forms

    • anarchistic
      of or related to anarchism or tending toward anarchism
Anarchism is a political philosophy encompassing theories and attitudes which consider the state, as compulsory government, to be unnecessary, harmful, and/or undesirable.
For opposition to all forms of government, social hierarchy or authority, see Anarchism.
Anarchism has historically gained more support and influence in Spain than anywhere else, especially before Francisco Franco's victory in the Spanish Civil War of 1936-1939.
Green anarchism is a school of thought within anarchism which puts an emphasis on environmental issues.

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