Definition of REFORMISM

Examples of reformism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Yet there are scars left behind by Mr. Macron’s relentless reformism, in a country which, if not content, had achieved an egalitarianism solid enough to shield it from the crude populism and demagogy that has overtaken its Western allies. — Adam Nossiter, New York Times, "As Emmanuel Macron’s Impact Grows, So Does French Disdain," 25 Feb. 2020 With the urban riots of 1967—New Haven had some, though not the worst—the old political machine, briefly stayed by Lee’s reformism, reawakened. — Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, "Why They Bulldozed Your Block," 21 Oct. 2019 Now, Morocco and Jordan have toned down reformism and presented a new bottom line to their societies and the world: Ruling monarchism is here to stay. — Sean Yom, Washington Post, "Why Jordan and Morocco are doubling down on royal rule," 16 May 2017

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