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What is a key characteristic of conservative beliefs in the United States?
What is a key characteristic of conservative beliefs in the United States?
- Emphasizing individual liberty (correct)
- Advocating for rapid social change
- Promoting the elimination of traditional institutions
- Supporting centralized government control over the economy
How do conservative governments typically approach the preservation of a nation's traditions?
How do conservative governments typically approach the preservation of a nation's traditions?
- By balancing individual rights with the good of the community (correct)
- By enforcing rapid social change
- By prioritizing individual rights over community good
- By advocating for complete government control over society
What distinguishes modern conservatism from traditional conservatism?
What distinguishes modern conservatism from traditional conservatism?
- Preference for the authority of the monarchy
- Advocacy for a strong centralized government
- Assumption that elected government will protect individual liberties (correct)
- Belief in government's role in determining prices and wages
In traditional conservatism, what institutions are typically supported as sources of authority?
In traditional conservatism, what institutions are typically supported as sources of authority?
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What is a core aspect of conservative beliefs regarding government intervention in the economy?
What is a core aspect of conservative beliefs regarding government intervention in the economy?
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How do conservative beliefs typically view the role of preserving social hierarchies?
How do conservative beliefs typically view the role of preserving social hierarchies?
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