The New Right Concepts and Thinkers

In what way do New Right conservatives exhibit pragmatism in relation to the economy? (Free markets)

The belief in the free market stems from the belief that humans aren't capable of planning and creating their own economic system, so the free market just allows market forces to do that for us

In what way do neo-liberal conservatives show an opposition to traditionalism?

The concept of rolling back the state would be quite a break from tradition, and Ghosh calls for a "radical transformative agenda" to get to this point-- neo-liberalism requires a big break from traditionalism

In what way do New Right conservatives disagree with the notion of human inperfection?

The strong belief in freedom suggests that humans are capable to do whats best for them independently, free from state and societal intervention, Rand also believes that humans are naturally rational and can pursue self-interest

Thatcher on whether or no there's such thing as society:

"there's no such thing as society. There are individual men and women and there are families"

Rand on human beings as naturally rational: "nature forbids him...

...the irrational"

Thatcher opposing ideas of paternalism: "if you want to cut your own throat...

...don't come to me for a bandage"

What is neo-liberalism?

This is one of the strands of the New Right which focuses especially on economic liberty and rolling back the state in all areas, very very concerned with liberty and freedom as supreme and the best conditions for human flourishing

What type of economics is opposed by neo-liberals?

Keynesian economics

What kind of society do neo-liberals advocate?

Individualist society as opposed to collectivist-- ATOMISTIC SOCIETY

How do neo-liberals view human nature?

They view humans are self-reliant, capable of decisions, rational, independent etc

How do neo-liberals want the economy to be?

The strongly advocate the free market as the most effective economic system, they believe that government economic intervention can't solve economic uses and instead worsen them

What supply-side economic policies do neo-liberals support?

Education, training, competition policy and deregulation of industries

What are neo-liberal views on the economic consequences of welfare?

They think welfare worsens the situation by causing more inflation, also it creates a dependency culture with collectors of welfare

What are neo-liberal views on taxes?

They view taxation as an infringement of property rights and think that taxation should be extremely minimal because it discourages individual economic endeavour

Are neo-conservatives authoritarian when it comes to social issues?

They're very anti-permissive, wanting to actively impose traditional social values instead of allowing people to freely choose how to live

Why do neo-conservatives support traditional values for society?

They believe that the continuity of traditional value provides stability and cohesion for society as we know what social life is supposed to be like

What are neo-conservative views on law and order?

They call for stronger law and order, they want to reinforce ideas of authority through family structures because this will lead to less crime

Why do neo-conservatives want a universal moral code?

Because it will provide social cohesion and people seek the familiar moral codes

Thatcher's Article 28 protecting the nuclear family structure: It prohibits "promoting [...] homosexuality as.....

...a pretended family relationship"

Nozick on the minimal state: "no state more extensive than...

...the minimal state can be justified"

What did Nozick write and when?

Anarchy, State and Utopia in 1974

Was Thatcher in any way pragmatic?

Her change was not measures and moderate

What were Rand's two key philosophies?

Objectivism and ethical egoism

Hayek opposing the concept of equality of outcome: 'equality of material position can be met only by...

...a government with totalitarian powers."

Why do members of the New Right agree with justifiable inequality?

They view inequality as a natural consequence of meritocracy because people have different talents and skills

Do neo-liberals care about traditional social standards?

They extend their belief in personal liberty to choices on things like marriage, family etc

How does Rand describe a society with obligation and altruism:

"everyone is enslaved to everybody"

Nozick on individualism: "there are only...

...individual people"

Nozick on taxation: "taxation from earnings is on par...

...with forced labour"

How does Ghosh describe the New Right movement?

"a radical transformative agenda that changed the face of economy and society."-- not pragmatic, not gradual, not traditional