conservatism Flashcards
1
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What is a conservative?
A
Those wishing to preserve the best elements of the existing social order.
2
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What are the different strands of conservatism?
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Traditional, one nation, new right
3
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what are the two branches of new right conservatives?
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Neo conservatism, neo liberalism
4
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what is noblesse oblige?
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privilege entails responsibility
5
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traditional conservatives views on the state?
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- believe in a need for the strong state
-imperfect human nature- strong central authority needed
-“Humans must feel in awe of a strong central authority to avoid chaos”
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