Conversatism Flashcards
1
Q
What is ‘change to conserve’?
A
The belief that for something to be preserved, it must be continuously updated and maintained. Distinct from reactionary politics.
2
Q
What is the conservative view of human nature?
A
Humans are fallible and imperfect, a view influenced by the Judeo-Christian view of the original sin.
3
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What is the conservative view of society?
A
- A collection of distinct, localised communities (Burke’s ‘little platoons’
- It is unplanned and arises organically
- Society’s issues should be dealt with in a practical, means tested manner (empiricism)
- Society should maintain trad
