Leninism
noun
Le·nin·ism
ˈle-nə-ˌni-zəm 
: the political, economic, and social principles and policies advocated by Lenin
especially
: the theory and practice of communism developed by or associated with Lenin
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The kindergarten Leninism espoused by the DSA’s current leadership does not.
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“Leninism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Leninism. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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