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
Len·in·ist
ˈlenə̇nə̇st
plural -s
"
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of Leninism or Leninists
the Leninist form of communism—
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The kindergarten Leninism espoused by the DSA’s current leadership does not.
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Harper's Magazine,
27 Feb. 2025
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