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What is Conservatism? (Original Post) MoonRiver Oct 2021 OP
Teddy Roosevelt gab13by13 Oct 2021 #1
Or the definition has changed since then. MoonRiver Oct 2021 #2
Galbraith had a good version: hatrack Oct 2021 #3
I am SOOOOOOOOOO tired of labels DFW Oct 2021 #4

hatrack

(59,584 posts)
3. Galbraith had a good version:
Thu Oct 21, 2021, 09:32 AM
Oct 2021

The modern conservative is engaged in one of man's oldest exercises in moral philosophy; that is, the search for a superior moral justification for selfishness.

DFW

(54,365 posts)
4. I am SOOOOOOOOOO tired of labels
Thu Oct 21, 2021, 09:33 AM
Oct 2021

How many times does a dead horse have to be kicked before a death certificate can be issued?

I am your classic conservative, at least as defined in a dictionary of the English language (as opposed to Republicanese).

I still work for the same outfit that recruited me out of college in 1975.** I have been with the same wonderful woman since 1974. We have raised two solid, intelligent children who have grown up, think independently, did well in their respective colleges, and have jobs in which they earn their own living, have stable, long-term relationships, and are well-respected in their chosen fields.

I am risk-averse, and do not like to make rash, un-thought-out decisions. I have no debts. I have no addictions, not even to alcohol, religion, gambling, or nicotine. My favorite American philosopher is the 18th century Thomas Jefferson.

I am the epitome of “conservative.” Why am I a Democrat? Simple: I do not believe that having a different ethnic background, belief, or income makes one a superior or an inferior being to myself.

**Starting salary was $300 a week. I have received a pay raise in the meantime.

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