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

It said the current system requiring approval from two doctors was "anachronistic, paternalistic and failed to reflect best modern practice".

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2025

It gets hearty laughs by flattening Russell’s Walker — a tragic Afghanistan veteran confused by the government’s inconsistency about when he’s allowed to kill — into a spoof of bossy, paternalistic privilege.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2025

Lawes ran his prison in a paternalistic way that had a warmth we would not recognize today.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover