What does the cryptic crossword clue "One favouring state involvement went first (7)" mean?

The definition is "first". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). LEFT (synonym of "went") + IST (synonym of "first"); definition: "One favouring state involvement" The answer is LEFTIST.

One favouring state involvement went first (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29053 | 27 Across | 2023-04-25 flower

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