conservative

A social conservative is, generally, one who believes in tradition and traditional values as a method for preservation of a nation and its culture. Of the millions who consider themselves conservatives, of course, there is a wide range of belief and practice. Overall, however, conservatives believe that social change should not be embraced purely for the sake of change, but that steps must be taken to protect a way of life based on simple and pure values.

Fiscal conservatism promotes a reduction in government spending. Fiscal conservatives often advocate deregulation of the economy, balancing the federal budget, and reducing the national debt.

In the blogosphere, conservatives generally oppose themselves to liberals in political and cultural debates. Just as there are moderate conservatives, so are there extremists; in the politically-charged climate of the online world, extreme opinions and pundits can sometimes drown out more moderate voices.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “conservative”

• in Politics
  The Irony of the Establishment; Picking the Anti-Establishment Candidate
  The Political establishment has there divide strategy, and its working. Conservatives can win, but they have to consolidate soon.
  by tim77 / on Nov 7, 2011
• in Politics
  The Republican Establishment’s Golden Boy Shape Shifter Mitt Romney and the War against Conservatism
  The Republican establishment had lost its power in 2008 until they rode the back of the Tea Party back from certain political death. Now they have implemented a divide and conquer strategy against the same conservative movement that saved them, and Mitt Romney is their weapon of choice; but will it work. That depends on how conservative handle the primary process, the power is theirs to lose, but divided they do.
  by tim77 / on Oct 29, 2011
• in Politics
  Rolling off the Rails on the Cain Train
  Is the Cain train rolling off the rails? It sure would seem like it’s beginning to wobble. Cain has made a series of unforced errors on Race, Abortion, and just about everything else, and he blames everybody else. Will this continue to work?
  by tim77 / on Oct 22, 2011

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “conservative”

 

• Quebec poll reveals Liberal gains, NDP losses

  
  National Post - Posted — Authority: 141
  By Peggy Curran MONTREAL — The New Democratic Party still ranks first among federal voters in Quebec but an online poll conducted by Leger Marketing for the Montreal Gazette and Le Devoir, shows support among federal voters in Quebec in a steep decline. Support for the NDP is now at 27 per cent, having dropped ...
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• Stephen Hesters bonus has handed Ed Miliband a political victory – but it comes at a price

  
  News Politics — Authority: 127
  Ed Miliband has his victory, David Cameron an embarrassing defeat, and Stephen Hester an awkward chat with his inconsolable bank manger. Actually, that’s an interesting thought – when you run the bank, do you have to make an appointment like the rest of us, or can you just bowl up when you feel like it? [...]
  17 hours ago

• NEW WISCONSIN RECALL POLL: We are succeeding!

  
  American Conservative Daily — Authority: 142
  As we have been telling you, when people hear the truth about Gov. Walker and all of his achievements, they support him. In a recent poll Gov. Walker is BEATING all potential candidates in the upcoming Recall election.
  18 hours ago

• The State of the Union: An Inside Report

  
  American Conservative Daily — Authority: 142
  By Dr. Mark W. HendricksonOn Tuesday evening, I had the honor of attending the State of the Union address as the guest of Congressman Mike Kelly (PA-03). Here are my impressions in abbreviated form:
  18 hours ago

• Pastor Facing Execution

  
  American Conservative Daily — Authority: 142
  Christian Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani is facing new pressure to recant his faith in Jesus Christ. Sources in Iran have reported to us that an Iranian judge is once again telling him to deny Christ or he will be executed.
  18 hours ago

• America After Obama

  
  American Conservative News Politics & Opinion - The Land of the Free — Authority: 424
  Barack Obama has gone from the “one we’ve been waiting for” to the one we can’t wait to kick out. No one ever thought one man could bring the nation to its knees, but here he is living in the White House. And on our knees we have been praying for the day that he leaves.   The audacity of a president ...
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• GOP hopefuls plan to continue attacks up until Florida primary

  
  American Conservative Daily — Authority: 142
  A day before voting begins in Floridas Republican primary, Romney is running ahead of rival Newt Gingrich in polls. The former Massachusetts governor earned positive reviews during two debates. And Romney has put the former House speaker on the defens...
  18 hours ago

• “Turn This Ship Around” Becoming 2012 Mantra, And Movement

  
  Conservative Daily News — Authority: 581
  On January 25th, CDN reported on the new video by Florida GOP Candidate Mark Oxner, which was titled “Turn This Ship Around”.  The video created a buzz due to the unique – even odd – nature of the video, with it’s plethora of innuendos and subtle messages. Now, the message is spreading.  Connecticut ...
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• Holocaust Memorial Day 2012 -- Heather Wheeler (Con)

  
  Blogminster - The Inside View from Westminster — Authority: 146
  Friday, the 27th of January, marked the official Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the 67th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the Nazi concentration and extermination camp which is the site of the largest mass murder in history.…  For me Holocaust Memorial Day provides an excellent opportunity in ...
  18 hours ago

• Obama tax plan indicates theme of re-election campaign, despite improbability it will pass Congress

  
  American Conservative Daily — Authority: 142
  Aiming tax increases at millionaires and companies that ship jobs abroad may help frame the fairness theme of President Barack Obamas re-election campaign, but its a plan that stands virtually no chance of passing Congress.
  18 hours ago

• Theresa presses for answers on support for mental health patients -- Theresa May (Con)

  
  Blogminster - The Inside View from Westminster — Authority: 146
  Theresa May has pressed NHS Berkshire for more information on the support that will be available for mental health patients and their families, following a decision to close Charles Ward at St Marks Hospital and move services to Reading. In announcing the decision, NHS Berkshire agreed to provide more support for ...
  18 hours ago

• UN Considers Action Against Syria

  
  Conservative Daily News — Authority: 581
  Amid violence and unrest in Syria has the UN Security Council proposing a resolution that would call on Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step down from office and transfer power to a new government. Reports from the Syrian State Media Monday say that the ‘terrorists’ have blown up a gas pipeline near the border ...
  19 hours ago

• Pledge to Beat Bowel Cancer In Brigg & Goole -- Andrew Percy (Con)

  
  Blogminster - The Inside View from Westminster — Authority: 146
    Andrew Percy, MP for Brigg and Goole, has pledged to support the national charity Beating Bowel Cancer to save lives from the UK’s second biggest cancer killer.   Mr Percy attended Beating Bowel Cancer’s annual Be Loud Be Clear parliamentary reception earlier this week where he found out the latest bowel ...
  19 hours ago

• Cracking Down on Scrap Metal Theft -- Robert Halfon (Con)

  
  Blogminster - The Inside View from Westminster — Authority: 146
  In recent months, Harlow has been hit by an epidemic of scrap metal thefts. The most outrageous was the shocking theft of a bronze plaque from the Harlow holocaust memorial , just before Christmas. The problem is that a few thieves, with an eye on rising metal prices, havestripped church roofs and ripped up railway ...
  19 hours ago

• Conservatives air primary issues – Albany…

  
  Red State Politics — Authority: 140
  Conservatives air primary issues Albany Times Union By JIMMY VIELKIND, Capitol bureau Former political candidate and conservative Herbert London addresses those gathered at the Conservative Party of New York State conference on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in Albany, NY. us ...
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• Politically incorrect humor Monday!

  
  The Political and Financial Markets Commentator — Authority: 608
  The IRS sent my tax forms back! AGAIN! I guess it was because of my response to the question : "List all dependents?" I replied -"12 million illegal immigrants;"3 million crack heads; "42 million unemployable people on food stamps, "2 million people in over 243 prisons; "Half of Mexico ; and "535 ...
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• Harriett welcomes £100m investment in cyber defence -- Harriett Baldwin (Con)

  
  Blogminster - The Inside View from Westminster — Authority: 146
  Harriett Baldwin MP today welcomed news that more than £100m will be allocated to help small cyber businesses to defend the UK. read more » …
  19 hours ago

• Embracing Technology, Obama To Host Google+ Hang Out Today

  
  Conservative Daily News — Authority: 581
  When Google launched it’s “Google Plus” – a social network – one of the key features was a “Hang Out”.  A “Hang Out” is where users can interact and communicate with multiple friends and people in a video conference style setting. Today at 5:30 ET, President Obama will be hosting a Google+ Hang Out ...
  19 hours ago

• Yet more Euro wrangles mean we must let the people have their say -- Douglas Carswell (Con)

  
  Blogminster - The Inside View from Westminster — Authority: 146
  Several journalists have asked me what I think of the news that the European Court of Justice might preside over the new European Fiscal Union (FU).  Part of me wonders if it might not actually be a good thing.  If the FU becomes a kind of spin off from the EU, and crucially, does not involve us, the why ...
  19 hours ago

• Indiana 2012: Luke Messer & David McIntosh File

  
  Conservative Daily News — Authority: 581
  The 2012 Congressional races kicked off only hours after the filing period began.  Republican Luke Messer waited mere hours to file his papers to run in Indiana’s 6th District – which is being vacated as 6-time incumbent Mike Pence is vying for Governor. Messer is no stranger to Indiana politics.  After serving ...
  19 hours ago

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