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Naderism

noun
Na·​der·​ism | \ ˈnādəˌrizəm\
plural -s

Definition of Naderism

: the promotion of consumer interests especially by public outcry against dangerous or defective goods

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First Known Use of Naderism

1967, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Naderism

Ralph Nader, born 1934 American consumer advocate + English -ism

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