Political opportunism and Party strategy Flashcards
How did Disraeli view political reform?
An opportunity to strengthen the conservative party
What was Disraeli’s aim when taking the lead with political reform?
Outmanoeuvre the Liberals and gain political credit
What did Disraeli stand for?
ideological change
one nation conservatism
What was Disraeli determined to do for the party and why?
Broaden the appeal of the party after the conservatives failed to achieve electoral victory
What is one nation conservatism?
Where Disraeli will attempt to ally the two nations of rich and poor where they both provide for each other
Why did Disraeli believe in one nation conservatism?
To maintain the value of classic old Britain; Anglican church, monarch
What does party of government mean?
Make voters trust that your party is able to run the country, shown by passing legislation
What were the liberals typically associated with?
Reform
What did the conservatives aim to do to the Liberals due to them introducing the reform act themselves?
Undermine their opponents credibility
How did they plan to split the Liberal party?
Over how far reform should go
What did Disraeli believe that by doing it would create a new base of conservative voters?
enfranchising sections of working class
