Noun
communitarianism (countable and uncountable, plural communitarianisms)
(ethics) The group of doctrines that oppose excessive individualism in favour of a more community-based approach
Although communitarianism is a small philosophical school, it has had considerable influence on public dialogues and politics. Source: Internet
Like environmentalism, communitarianism appeals to audiences across the political spectrum, although it has found greater acceptance with some groups than others. Source: Internet
Political Studies 40, 273-290 disagree that philosophical communitarianism has any interesting criticisms to make of liberalism. Source: Internet
In this sense, social capital is generated collectively but it can also be used individually, bridging the dichotomized approach 'communitarianism' versus 'individualism' (Ferragina, 2010:75). Source: Internet
It provides an alternative to liberal individualism and a major counterpoint to authoritarian communitarianism by stressing that strong rights presume strong responsibilities and that one should not be neglected in the name of the other. Source: Internet
Other critics emphasize close relation of communitarianism to neoliberalism and new policies of dismantling the welfare state institutions through development of the third sector. Source: Internet