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A '''conservative''' is one who adheres to principles of limited government, personal responsibility and moral virtue.  He agrees with the statement in George Washington's [[Farewell Address]] that "religion and morality are indispensable supports" to political prosperity.<ref>http://usinfo.state.gov/usa/infousa/facts/democrac/49.htm</ref> Conservatism arose in the 19th century as a response to [[liberalism]], particularly as manifested in the [[French Revolution]].

A '''conservative''' is one who adheres to principles of limited government, personal responsibility, moral virtue, and political and social deference.  He agrees with the statement in George Washington's [[Farewell Address]] that "religion and morality are indispensable supports" to political prosperity.<ref>http://usinfo.state.gov/usa/infousa/facts/democrac/49.htm</ref> Conservatism arose in the 19th century as a response to [[liberalism]], particularly as manifested in the [[French Revolution]].

A conservative relies more on the application of reason rather than personal whim.  Conservatives oppose collectivism and emphasize equal opportunity rather than equal results. Conservatives support a complete right of self-defense both on an individual level and for our nation as a whole.

A conservative relies more on the application of reason rather than personal whim.  Conservatives oppose collectivism and emphasize equal opportunity rather than equal results. Conservatives often mistrust the people and appeal to aristocratic impulse and unaccountable political power.  Conservatives support a complete right of self-defense both on an individual level and for our nation as a whole.

In the United States, conservatives are generally characterized by the following beliefs:

In the United States, conservatives are generally characterized by the following beliefs: