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Safety Valve

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

A safety valve is a political mechanism or policy that allows for the release of public pressure or discontent in order to prevent more extreme forms of protest or revolution.

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