order and security

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the role of the state is providing order and security is a central tenent of conservative ideology , cons believe that the primary function of the state is to

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maintain social order and ensure the security of its citizens rather than to seek progressive ends

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this belief stems from a recognition of human imperfection and the need for a

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structured authority to manage societal relations and protect individuals from harm

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this fundamental belief can be tracked back to Hobbes who set out that a strong state is necessary in order to prevent the chaos and conflict in the state of nature as a result it is

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necessary for individuals to give up some of their individual rights to the state so that it can provide order and security

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in ‘ leviathan ‘ Hobbes set out that without the state in the state of nature , human life would be

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” solitary , poor , nasty , brutish and short “

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Hobbes also supported the view that the authority of the state shouldn’t be challenged stating that

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” the sovereign power cannot justify be questioned or opposed once it has been established “

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the state is seen as a guarantor of order , providing a framework within which individuals can live , work , and interact safely . it not only protects the physical safety of citizens and prevents conflict , it also protects

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social norms and values , property right and rule of law with significant emphasis on preventing crime and civil unrest

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both traditional and one nation conservatives are strongly influenced by the thought of Hobbes and argue that the

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states key role is to provide order and public safety

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trad and one nation cons argue that human natures inherent imperfections necessitate a strong

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authoritative state to impose law and order , preventing societal descent into chaos

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trad con Burker wrote in ‘ refections on the revolution in France ‘ wrote

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” good order is the foundation of all things “

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trad and one nation cons support robust law enforcement , a strong judicial system and a capable defence apparatus to

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protect the nation from external threats

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this support can be seen in the policies of the con government under PM Peel in the 19th century , Peel often credited with the establishment of modern policing , founded the metropolitan police service in 1839 , this move towards a

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professional and organised police force exemplified the traditional con emphasis on law and order as essential for societal stability and was a pragmatic recognition for the need to tackle the growing challenges of crime and disorder

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cons belief in a cohesive society can be seen in Peels support for neighbourhood policing which argued that it shouldn’t just be done by force but

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through a shared understanding with he public and the police being closely connected with he communities they served

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trad con Peel , his famous principle was

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” the police are the public and the public are the police “
- highlighting this philosophy

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the new right , despite its advocacy for rolling back the state in economic affairs strongly supports

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a state capable of providing order and security

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this stance from the new right is strongly rooted in their belief that a secure and orderly environment is essential

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for the flourishing of freedom , market innovation and individual liberties

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the new right views the states role in ensuring law and order as fundamental in creating a

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stable backdrop agsint which free market activities and personal freedoms can thrive.

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new right rand wrote in ‘ the virtue of selfishness ‘ supporting the belief that the fundamental role of the state was to provide security and order writing

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” the only proper purpose of a government is to protect mans rights which mean : to protect him from physical violence “

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neoconservatism in particular emphasised the necessity of a strong state in defence and policing , neocons argued for

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robust national defence capabilities and effective law enforcement as essential components of national sovereignty and public safety

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neocons beliefs are evident in thatchers government during her tenure thatcher prioritised defence and law enforcement in gov spending even in

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times of broader public sector cutbacks
while funding for various social programs and other areas of public spending was reduced , budgets for policing and defence were maintained or increased

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this policy of thatchers approach reflects the new rights beliefs in the primacy of the sates protective roles , it aligns with their broader view that

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national security and public order are paramount , creating the conditions necessary for economic prosperity and the exercise of individual freedoms

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thus while advocating for a reduced role of the state in economic and social welfare matters the new right maintains a firm stance on

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the necessity of strong , effective state apparatus for defence and law enforcement