Conservatism - state Flashcards by matt birch

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Traditional conservative

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Small state - libertarianism

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Traditional conservatism

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Human imperfection leads to the need for a strong state.

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Traditional Conservatism

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A strong state is needed before society can arise (Hobbes)

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One-nation conservatism

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Larger state to preserve order

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One-nation conservatism

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Paternalism (noblesse oblige) - larger state to help the poorest - David Cameron’s compassionate conservatism

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