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Conservatism - Coggle Diagram
Conservatism
Society
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One Nation Conservatism: emphasised patriotism and the idea of a cohesive society since everyone is together in one nation
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New Right: society is a collection of individuals where each interest can judge their best interest and reach their potential if they have maximum freedom (rejects hierarchy and paternalism)
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New Right opposes pragmatism and organises society on a more ideological basis to maximise individual freedom
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Economy
Traditional Conservatism: Private property is essential, and capitalism can be a positive aspect of our society as long as it is managed by the state
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Burke: wary of unregulated capitalism so supported some level of state intervention to prevent social injustice
One Nation Conservatism: state needs to redistribute wealth as it should play a paternalistic role in society
Noblesse Oblige -> those higher up in society have a responsibility to look after the most vulnerable
New Right: Neoliberals argue that the state should not redistribute wealth through taxation as individuals should be able to keep what they earn. This avoids a dependency culture
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State
Traditional Conservatism: state is an arbitrator to protect and guide humanity
Change should be made using wisdom accumulated through past generations
Neoliberal strand of the New Right: state should not intervene with individuals as they are capable of rationalism
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Neo Conservative strand of the New Right: state should play a role in education to pass on traditional values and promote a shared identity. State should also promote law and order