personalist

Definition

Relating to a system of government or leadership characterized by the intense concentration of power in a single individual rather than in institutions or defined legal processes.

Etymology

The word is derived from 'personal,' coming from the Latin 'persona' (mask or character), combined with the suffix '-ist' to describe a philosophy or political system focused on the unique traits or authority of a specific person.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe how the Trump administration shifted away from traditional institutional norms toward a governance style where policy decisions are driven by the personal whims and relationships of the leader.

Live Nation Antitrust Lawsuit: Trump Wanted Your Tickets to Be Expensive

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