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Revision as of 23:16, January 7, 2008
Here are some benefits to learning and adhering to conservatism:
- it recognizes that ideas, and particularly political ideas, do have serious personal consequences
- it recognizes that politics and culture are adversarial and often deceitful, enabling better handling of it
- it allows one to think and speak freely without distortion by political correctness
- it enables one to rise above his personal likes and dislikes
- it recognizes and emphasizes the importance of self-defense, both personally and as a nation
- it encourages a frugality that doesn't waste other people's money ... or one's own
- it encourages self-restraint that is invaluable in combating addiction, temptation, and obesity
- it allows one to recognize liberal bias in politics and the media
- it is helpful in resisting liberal schemes and addictions
- it cuts across all religions and cultures
- it enables one to recognize impostors more easily
- it combines logic and faith to yield insights
- it gives insights in raising the next generation
Feel free to improve this list.
