The term "lefties" can have different meanings depending on the context:
- Political context: "Lefties" refers to people or groups associated with left-wing politics. The Left generally represents ideologies that emphasize equality over hierarchy, universal rights, social and economic equity, and often advocate for dismantling capitalism or significant systemic change. Left-wing politics include communists, socialists, social democrats, progressives, and activists for various social justice causes. They focus on reducing social inequalities, supporting marginalized groups, and promoting progressive reforms.
- Informal or everyday usage: "Lefties" can also mean people who are left-handed, preferring to use their left hand more dominantly. Left-handed people make up about 10% of the population in Western countries, and historically, left-handedness has been associated with various cultural beliefs.
- Brand name context: "Lefties" is also the name of an affordable fashion company operating in Spain and internationally.
Most commonly, if someone refers to "the lefties," it is in the political sense, indicating people who hold left-wing or progressive political views. If the question specifically refers to "the lefties" as a political group or ideology, it commonly means those who advocate for social equality, equity, and systemic changes for disadvantaged groups. If it is about handedness, it simply refers to left-handed individuals. The fashion company usage is more niche. Please advise if one of these contexts is preferred for a more detailed explanation.
