Corporatist

/ˈkɔrpərətɪst/ noun

Definition

A person who believes in or advocates for corporatism; someone who supports organizing society or government through corporate bodies and groups.

Etymology

From 'corporatism' plus '-ist' (forming nouns for people who hold ideologies). Emerged in early 20th-century political discourse to label those promoting corporate-based systems.

Kelly Says

Some 'corporatists' believe organized groups (unions, guilds, professional associations) should have direct say in government—it's democratic, but in groups not individuals!

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