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22Jun

By Matthew BootenNo Comments

Explainer

What is “Ecofascism”?

Savitri Devi was a leading ecofascist and supporter of ecofascism. In a post-WWII world, fascism has declined dramatically. However, the current climate crisis has caused the rise of a new form of fascism- ecofascism. But what exactly is eco-fascism and how do their views differ from other types of fascists? Ecofascism is one of the most obscure forms of fascism. However, there are several political parties who support eco-fascism, most notably the Green Libertarian National Socialist Party in the US, known for being one of the dumbest political parties on earth. ...

15Jun

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

Opinion

15 Dumbest Political Parties

Politics aside, there have been incredibly stupid political parties. However, which have been the dumbest political parties throughout history? Today we will find out. Most of these parties are fringe groups today, however, some have seen major support in the past. Some of these parties are centrist, others are liberal and others are conservative. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 15. Modern Whig Party Image courtesy of the Modern Whig Party. Students of history may remember the Whig Party of old. Despite the Whig Party of old being disbanded in 1856, the Modern Whig Party claims to be the modern adaptation of the old Whig Party. Just as with the Whigs of old, the Modern Whig Party is a blend of traditional conservatism and liberalism. Ho...

8Jun

By Regina SamuelsNo Comments

Opinion

Are Conservatives Racist?

With the recent death of George Floyd and President Trump's rebuttal of the subsequent protests has led many to claim that Trump and conservatives in general are racist. So are conservatives racist? As always many of these conservatives have defended themselves, claiming that they are not racist. This has further led them to being called racist. Today we will truly find out whether or not they are racist. Many have even claimed that this will jeopardize President Trump's re-election and that Joe Biden will win a landslide because of it. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What is Racism? "Racism" is a word that gets thrown around a lot these days. Almost everything can be seen as racist in some context or another by one group of people or anot...

1Jun

By Matthew BootenNo Comments

Opinion

Can you be a socialist conservative?

Klemens von Metternich was a conservative socialist. A main tenant of conservatism is being anti-socialist. However, some socialist are also conservatives. This made me wonder can you be a socialist conservative? And if such conservative socialists are conservatives, what are their views and how do they differ from other types of conservatism? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Difference Between Socialist Conservatives and Right-Wing Socialists Although there are subtle differences, there are two main strands of conservative socialism. Socialist Conservatives Socialist conservatives are sometimes called conservative socialists. The term "socialist conservative" was used by Karl Marx himself. Not to describe himself or other socialists but a...

25May

By Leonard BurgessNo Comments

Opinion

Can you be a pro-choice conservative?

Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore. Traditionally, conservatives have been against abortion and the notion of legalizing abortion in the first place. However, some people who have used abortion are also conservatives. This begs the question, can you be a pro-choice conservative? And if such people are conservatives, what are their views and how do they differ from other types of conservatism? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Difference Between Pro-Choice and Pro-Life Before we can do anything, we need to know what the difference between pro-choice and pro-life are. Pro-Choice Pro-choice is what many people on the left tend to be. Pro-choice is sometimes called the pro-abortion movement or the abortion rights movement. As this implies, they ...

18May

By Regina SamuelsNo Comments

Opinion

13 most famous conservative writers

Since the dawn of time, people have written down their views on politics. Some of these have been conservative writers, other have been liberal writers. There have been thousands of politics writers over the years. Some have been great, but many have been terrible.But who have been the most famous of the conservative writers? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 13. Ann Coulter Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore. Ann Coulter is perhaps the most famous (and vocal) supporter of President Trump. In fact, she was instrumental, through her writing, in getting Trump elected in 2016. Coulter has done this through her conservative books and her syndicated columns. Over the years, her columns have appeared in outlets such as Human Events, WorldNetDaily...

4May

By Simon BlaugNo Comments

Analysis

Can you be a gay conservative?

Traditional conservatism is often against the idea of being gay, or anything to do with the LGBT community. But some members of the LGBT community are conservatives, so can you be a gay conservative? And if you can be a gay conservative, what are their views? More specifically, how do their views differ from other conservatives? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Traditional views on it Javier Maroto is a gay conservative. Photo courtesy of Partido Popular de Cantabria When you think of traditional conservatism, they are often vehemently opposed to the idea of the LGBT community. Traditionally, it has been the left that has been more accommodating to the LGBT community. In fact, this has been a major 'feat' for the left. The first British MP to ...

27Apr

By Catalina CarrionNo Comments

Opinion

What is a Conservatarian?

A conservative libertarian sounds like something that's made up. But I assure you, being a conservatarian is a thing! But what exactly is one? What are their views? A conservatarian is the combination of the words "conservative" and "libertarian". However, they are neither conservative, nor liberal. But they aren't centrists either. Origins Conservatarians are a response to Reagan-era conservatives, the radicalization of the left and the rise of neopolitics. They have a mixture of right and left viewpoints, but don't identify as Democrats or Republicans. As a general rule, they are socially liberal, but fiscally conservative. However, some of their viewpoints lean slightly one way, however are leveled out with something leaning the other way! (adsbygoogle = wi...

20Apr

By Matthew BootenNo Comments

History

17 Best Conservative Magazines

Many people have cried the death of political magazines, both conservative and liberal alike. However, this is not true! Here are the best conservative magazines currently available! Thanks to the internet, you don't have to be in the US to read an American political magazine. The internet has also spawned a new generation of political magazine! As such, this list separates both the print and digital magazines from one another! Number 17 through to number 8 are print (however also have a website!) Whereas, numbers 7 through 1 are digital! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 17. National Review National Review is probably one of, if not the most famous conservative magazines! At one point in time, it was considered one of "The big three" of conservati...

13Apr

By Catalina CarrionNo Comments

Opinion

Can you be an atheist conservative?

For many the concept of atheist conservatives are polar opposites. Liberals are portrayed as the new, free from religion political group. This contrasts with the god-fearing, ultra religiosity of conservatives. This has led to the belief that if you are an atheist, you can't be a conservative, right? Wrong! You can be an non religious conservative, it is possible! And this minority of conservatives is growing rapidly. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The god complex When you think of a traditionally conservative country or state, you probably think of Saudi Arabia and Texas. Despite the fact that conservatism in the west is often associated with Christianity, Islam also works here too! Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia is probably the most conservati...