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[[File:Red flag waving.svg|thumb|~~184x184px~~|The Red Flag, a left wing symbol]]

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'''Left ~~Wing Politics~~''' (sometimes called '''Leftism''') generally refers to political ideologies that advocate for social equality, government intervention in the economy, and the protection of workers' rights. Left-wing movements typically support policies that aim to reduce economic inequality, such as progressive taxation, social welfare programs, and labour protections.

'''Left-wing politics''' (sometimes called '''Leftism''') generally refers to political ideologies that advocate for social equality, government intervention in the economy, and the protection of workers' rights. Left-wing movements typically support policies that aim to reduce economic inequality, such as progressive taxation, social welfare programs, and labour protections.

[[Christianity]] has influenced the development of some left wing ideologies (as well as some [[Right Wing Politics|right wing]] ideologies), particularly through the promotion of social justice, equality, and care for the marginalized. Many key figures in the history of leftist movements have drawn inspiration from Christian teachings about love, compassion, and the inherent dignity of all people.

[[Christian socialism]] is a distinct strain of leftism, drawing influence from [[Bible|scripture]] on how [[socialism]] could best be implemented. [[Christian communism]], however, places too much emphasis on human will and power, often verging on [[heresy]].

<big>''"Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of all the destitute" - Proverbs 31:8''</big>

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-[[File:Red flag waving.svg|thumb|184x184px|The Red Flag, a left wing symbol]]
+[[File:Red flag waving.svg|thumb|203x203px|The Red Flag, a left wing symbol]]
-'''Left Wing Politics''' (sometimes called '''Leftism''') generally refers to political ideologies that advocate for social equality, government intervention in the economy, and the protection of workers' rights. Left-wing movements typically support policies that aim to reduce economic inequality, such as progressive taxation, social welfare programs, and labour protections.
+'''Left-wing politics''' (sometimes called '''Leftism''') generally refers to political ideologies that advocate for social equality, government intervention in the economy, and the protection of workers' rights. Left-wing movements typically support policies that aim to reduce economic inequality, such as progressive taxation, social welfare programs, and labour protections.
 [[Christianity]] has influenced the development of some left wing ideologies (as well as some [[Right Wing Politics|right wing]] ideologies), particularly through the promotion of social justice, equality, and care for the marginalized. Many key figures in the history of leftist movements have drawn inspiration from Christian teachings about love, compassion, and the inherent dignity of all people.
 [[Christian socialism]] is a distinct strain of leftism, drawing influence from [[Bible|scripture]] on how [[socialism]] could best be implemented. [[Christian communism]], however, places too much emphasis on human will and power, often verging on [[heresy]].
+<big>''"Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of all the destitute" - Proverbs 31:8''</big>