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What is modern conservatism?
also referred to as the ‘New Right’
inspired by Ayn Rand and the idea of “morality of rational self-interest” - human nature is selfish
implies a lack of need for state intervention
BUT for the continued successful implementation of rational self-interest, the influence of the state should be as limited as possible - he state should only be responsible for the most basic aspects of our lives
State intervention
the state should only be responsible in a very limited manner, in areas such as:
providing armed forces
providing police forces/system
a judiciary
These aspects of the state are necessary in maintaining the protection of property rights, and as such they oppose spending on welfare
Robert Nozick argues that the existence of a welfare state creates a sense of dependency
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