limousine liberal

English

Etymology

1969, coined by Mario Procaccino in reference to New York mayor John Lindsay.

Noun

limousine liberal (plural limousine liberals)

  1. (US, derogatory) A wealthy person, liberal in politics but insulated from any adverse consequences of the policies they support. [from 1969]
    Synonyms: champagne socialist, chardonnay socialist, latte liberal

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