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The term '''Rightist''' refers to someone on the 'right' side of the political spectrum. Politics on the 'right' usually  

The term '''Rightist''' refers to someone on the 'right' side of the political spectrum. Politics on the 'right' usually  

imply taking positions in favor of traditional values and individual liberties.

imply taking positions in favor of traditional values, patriotic defense of one's country, and support for traditional ruling classes.

Of course, it is not obvious that there is just one dimension of political thought, so that people can unambiguously

Of course, it is not obvious that there is just one dimension of political thought, so that people can unambiguously

be classified as 'right' or 'left'.  Nonetheless, the left/right distinction is widely recognized.

be classified as 'right' or 'left'.  Nonetheless, the left/right distinction is widely recognized.

[[Conservative]] and [[right-wing]] are two synonyms for 'rightist'.

[[Conservative]], [[fundamentalist]], and [[right-wing]] are three words often used as synonyms for 'rightist'.

Compare: [[Leftist]]

Compare: [[Leftist]]