A leftist political movement generally advocates for social equality, economic justice, and the redistribution of wealth. It often emphasizes the importance of government intervention in the economy to address issues like poverty, healthcare, and education. Leftist movements can include various ideologies, such as socialism, communism, and progressivism, each with its own approach to achieving these goals. These movements typically seek to empower marginalized groups and promote civil rights. They may support policies like higher taxes on the wealthy, increased social services, and stronger labor rights. Prominent figures associated with leftist movements include Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.