Tradition

Question 1

why do most conservatives support tradition?

Answer 1

they have developed and survived the test of time so still exist because they work (pragmatism)

Question 2

what did burke believe about tradition?

Answer 2

they have survived over time and therefore work so should be preserved for the future generations to benefit from them

Question 3

what does tradition bring to a conservative society?

Answer 3

gives individuals a sense of belonging, identity and cohesion in society so leads to stability

Question 4

what does oakeshotte believe about tradition?

Answer 4

the move away from religion has led to an adoption of rationalism and abstract ideas, weakening ties to tradition

Question 5

agreements/disagreements on tradition in conservatism

Answer 5

most (except nozick and rand) believe that the move away from religion has weakened the ties to tradition