Which political and economic ideology, rooted in the ideas of John Locke and Adam Smith, emphasizes individual liberty and the rule of law?
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Classical Liberalism
Rooted in the Enlightenment, classical liberalism was championed by thinkers like John Locke and Adam Smith. In the U.S., the term 'liberal' has evolved to imply support for social welfare.
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