paternalistic

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Vanguard has historically taken a paternalistic attitude toward its clients, attempting to foster a culture of long-term investing instead of short-term speculation.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

The FDA’s rationale echoes the paternalistic mindset of Dr. Prasad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

There’s lots of paternalistic Daddy talk these days that centers on the need to “protect the American people.”

From Salon • Sep. 10, 2025

"It may sound paternalistic, but midwives believed they were looking after mums and babies incredibly well."

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2025

I, too, had been susceptible to paternalistic British colonialism and the appeal of being perceived by whites as “cultured” and “progressive” and “civilized.”

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela