MyConservatism

Tag: Civility

  • When Conservatism Isn’t Conservative

    Conservatism is a political philosophy that seeks to preserve traditional values, institutions, and beliefs that have been developed over time, allowing for slow steady change. However, there are different interpretations of conservatism, and two of the most distinct are classical conservatism and Trump conservatism. One of the most significant differences between classical conservatism and Trump…

  • Why Not the Death Penalty

    The recent case of the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial has brought up the question again as to whether the death penalty would be appropriate. In today’s world, it can be difficult to make the case for conservatism without supporting the death penalty. But there is a growing body of evidence that suggests that the…

  • Is It Okay to Be White?

    In recent years, the phrase “It’s okay to be white” has become the subject of controversy and debate. Some people see the phrase as a harmless affirmation of one’s identity, while others view it as a dog whistle for white nationalism and racism. We all know a dog whistle, in this case, is a subtly…

  • Divided We Fall

    Several recent conversations with friends have reiterated to me that we are more divided as a nation than we have been in a very long time. It’s no secret that the United States is a country that has always been marked by its diversity. Different backgrounds, beliefs, and opinions are part of the fabric of…

  • CCP’s Balloon

    China’s launch of a reconnaissance balloon over the United States has been a topic of much discussion, as well as our reaction to it. The event has sparked concern and scrutiny, as the use of such technology for intelligence gathering purposes raises questions about China’s intentions and military capabilities. From the technology involved to the…

  • Conservatives and ChatGPT

    As technology continues to shape the way we communicate and share information, conservatives have a huge opportunity to leverage AI tools like ChatGPT to grow the conservative movement and spread our message more effectively. Using the Artificial Intelligence (AI) language model, conservatives can generate high-quality content, engage with audiences, and gain insights into public opinion…

  • LGBT Conservatives

    Can a member of the LGBT community consider themselves conservative? Thanks to stereotypes of both groups, the easy answer might be to say, “no way”. But the less obvious answer is actually closer to the truth; of course they can. The first clue is that stereotypes tend to be based on misconceptions. Some common stereotypes…

  • Barry, Ron and Rush

    A friend recently asked why I was so staunchly conservative. The question really made me think about all the things that I’ve experienced. But then it hit me… The three men that influenced my political leaning most were named Barry, Ron and Rush. BARRY I met Senator Barry Goldwater when I was a very young…

  • Religion in Conservatism

    This topic has concerned me a great deal in the last few days, so please bear with me for a minute. Three things happened that triggered this… As a Christian, I began wondering how far Christianity had pushed into conservatism, and what affect it was having. Many of you will condemn me for saying so,…

  • Cordial Discussion

    I’m going to get straight to the point… Cordial discussion is dead in our society. There are examples all around us, mostly in our daily lives with people we speak with on a regular basis. It is hard to discuss anything that includes someone’s opinion without it igniting discord, the opposite of cordiality. Cordial is…