👉 Isolationism is a political ideology that advocates for the protection of individual rights and freedoms, especially those related to personal identity, such as religious freedom, family autonomy, and privacy. It was first articulated by Thomas Jefferson in his 1809 "Thoughts on Government" pamphlet. The term "isolationist" refers to individuals or groups who prioritize their own interests and values over the well-being of others, often at the expense of society as a whole. This ideology is characterized