Political symbolism 5724491 185041468 2008-01-17T19:39:18Z Rubberchickenben 3883879 spelling [[Image:Red flag II.svg|thumb|[[Red flag|Red flags]] associated with [[socialism]]]] '''Political symbolism''' is symbolism that is used to represent a political standpoint. The symbolism can occur in various media including [[banners]], [[acronyms]], [[pictures]], [[flags]], [[mottos]], and countless more. For example, [[Red flag|Red flags]] have traditionally been flown by [[socialists]], [[left-wing]] radicals, and [[communist]] groups to represent the "blood of the workers." Many groups use the [[political colour]] associated with their political philosophy, for example blue, particularly dark blue, is often associated with [[Conservative Party|Conservative parties]]. Cultural groups may use symbols in what many consider to be a political way, for example [[LGBT symbols]] like the [[Rainbow flag]] are used to promote the political goal of [[LGBT]] rights. ==See also== *[[Anarchist symbolism]] *[[Communist symbolism]] *[[Fascist symbolism]] *[[Nazi symbolism]] [[Category:Symbolism]] [[Category:Political communication|Symbolism]] {{politics-stub}}