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A belief in a transcendent order, which Kirk described variously as based in tradition, divine revelation, or natural law. An affection for the "variety and mystery" of human existence. A conviction that society requires orders and classes that emphasize natural distinctions. A belief that property and freedom are closely linked.
Seeking a more positive definition, the Conservative Political Action Conference, or CPAC, defines conservatism as "the political philosophy that sovereignty resides in the person.
Although there has not been a national Conservative Party, the Republican Party currently follows the conservative ideology, with third parties Constitution Party and American Independent Party following the Paleoconservatism ideology. In the late 1960s, the American Independent Party was rebranded as the American Conservative Party in some states.
Daniel Webster and other Whig leaders referred to their new political party as the "conservative party", and they called for a return to tradition, restraint, hierarchy, and moderation. [48] In the end, the nation synthesized the two positions, Federalist and Whig, adopting representative democracy and a strong nation state.
Ten Conservatives have so far put themselves forward for the party’s top job.
Other conservative ideologies support isolationism and limited involvement in foreign affairs. [107] As of 2021, over one-third of the American public self-identifies as conservative. The Republican Party represents conservatives in the United States, with 74% of Republicans identifying as conservative, compared to only 12% of Democrats. [108]
The winner of the Conservative leadership contest will be announced on Saturday, following months of speeches, debates and gaffes. Here are some of the key quotes from the leadership campaign.
The Conservative Party is a name used by many political parties around the world. These political parties are generally right-wing though their exact ideologies can ...