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A '''classical liberal''' is someone who is [[liberal]] in the original sense of the word: namely, advocating personal freedom.
A '''classical liberal''' is someone who is [[liberal]] in the original sense of the word: namely, advocating personal freedom.
"Classical liberalism" has often been synonymous with "capitalism." It is important to note this distinction, because American liberals are the exact opposite (i.e. socialists).
A common synonym for 'classical liberal' which is more commonly used in the US is [[libertarian]].
A common synonym for 'classical liberal' which is more commonly used in the US is [[libertarian]].