Conservatism (copy)

Conservatism

An ideology focusing on traditional values, prioritizing order, hierarchy, organic society, and property rights.

Human Imperfection

The belief that humans are flawed, selfish, and require control through strong order and tradition to function in society.

Organic Society

The idea that society evolves naturally like a plant, requiring order and hierarchy without artificial shaping.

Tradition

The importance of preserving longstanding customs and values, seen as embodying accumulated wisdom.

Paternalism

The belief that those in positions of power have a duty to take care of those less fortunate, often associated with the concept of 'Noblesse Oblige'.

One-Nation Conservatism

An approach developed by Benjamin Disraeli emphasizing social responsibility and caring for the less fortunate.

New-Right Conservatism

A blend of neo-liberal and neo-conservative ideas, advocating for economic freedom alongside social control.

Pragmatism

A practical approach to political decision-making, emphasizing responses based on what works best rather than rigid ideologies.

Noblesse Oblige

The responsibility of the upper classes to care for the lower classes in society.

Benjamin Disraeli

A key figure in the Conservative Party who developed One-Nation Conservatism and expanded its appeal to new voters.

Thomas Hobbes

A philosopher who argued for the necessity of order over chaos, viewing humans as selfish and easily disturbed.

Edmund Burke

A foundational conservative thinker who advocated for gradual change, valuing tradition based on accumulated wisdom.

Michael Oakeshott

A conservative thinker who emphasized human limitations and the need for pragmatism in policy-making.

Ayn Rand

A philosopher advocating for individual self-interest and capitalism, contrasting with traditional conservative views.

David Cameron

A recent Conservative leader who attempted to rebrand the party as socially inclusive while upholding traditional conservative values.

Clause 28

Legislation introduced to prevent promoting homosexuality in schools, reflecting traditional moral values upheld by conservatives.

Electoral Strategy of One-Nation Conservatives

The attempt to appeal to a broad electorate, including the working class, through paternalistic policies.