Definition

The political philosophy that celebrates diversity by allowing multiple groups, beliefs, and power centers to coexist within one society without anyone getting crushed. It's democracy's group project approach—acknowledging that different ethnic, religious, and cultural communities can maintain their identities while sharing the sandbox. The opposite of "my way or the highway" governance.

Example Usage

The country's commitment to pluralism meant religious minorities could maintain their own schools and cultural institutions.

Source: Political science terminology

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