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Definition of identity politics noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

identity politics

noun
 
/aɪˈdentəti pɒlətɪks/
 
/aɪˈdentəti pɑːlətɪks/
[uncountable + singular or plural verb]
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  1. political positions that are based on the social groups that people see themselves as belonging to, for example based on religion, race or social background, rather than on traditional political parties
    • Identity politics has dominated this year's election campaigns.
    • He believes identity politics are divisive and harmful.
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