3 ms·
this is the kind of article where we see what we want to see
by Dowwie 3y ago
this is the kind of article where we see what we want to see
- kubb 3y agoWell, conservatism is about keeping what there is, or going back to what there was. About tradition, about preserving what's considered familiar, normal. So an unorthodox view is not compatible with conservatism.
- Dowwie 3y agoIt is easier than ever to live in a bubble with an uncontested worldview that you believe is more widely shared and worth protecting. It is familiar to you, normal. Not only that but it is the best, to you.
- kubb 3y agoSure, it’s sometimes easier, but not for everyone (e.g. gay people in deeply religious families). It’s not clear if it’s “the best, to you” either (this kind of valuation is subjective).
- immibis 3y agoConservatism has no coherence whatsoever, unless you want to argue Republicans aren't conservative. It's more about whatever the person calling themself a conservative happens to want at this particular moment.
- karmakaze 3y agoOrthodox: (of beliefs, ideas, or activities) considered traditional, normal, and acceptable by most people: orthodox treatment/methods.