Political wing

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The left wing/right wing dichotomy is perhaps the most significant dimension in ideological space.

This terminology originates with the French Revolution of 1789, when members of the National Assembly who supported the king were seated to his right and those who supported the revolution (in opposition to the monarchy) were seated to his left. "Right" can thus be seen as support of an established hierarchy and opposition to change, while "left" represents prioritizing the needs of the citizens over maintenance of the existing system.