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What is the origin of the terms "left-wing" (referring to the so-called more 'liberal' side of politics) and "right-wing" (referring to the so-called 'conservatives')?

Question #152287. Asked by odo5435.
Last updated Nov 21 2025.
Originally posted Nov 21 2025 8:30 AM.

elburcher

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elburcher

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The terms originated during the French Revolution.

Today the terms "left wing" and "right wing" are used as symbolic labels for liberals and conservatives, but they were originally coined in reference to the physical seating arrangements of politicians during the French Revolution.

https://www.history.com/articles/how-did-the-political-labels-left-wing-and-right-wing-originate

Nov 21 2025, 10:47 AM

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