The more I learn about your views, the more I realize that you are one of the most thoughtful people I have ever met. This isn't to say that I agree with all of them, but I hold in high regard anyone who has used LOGIC and REASON to formulate their beliefs.
I think, with much irony, that many people on the Left of the political spectrum would peg you as a "Far-Right Conservative," whereas many on the Right would more accurately label you a Centrist.
The words "Liberal" and "Conservative" are just as confusing as the word "Free." I think someone can easily be both Liberal and Conservative - although many would violently disagree with me!
I think the word "Liberal" refers to anyone who can hear and consider the viewpoints of others. "Conservative" in Street English basically means "Limited tolerance for Bullshit."
I'm no Noah Webster, but I feel certain these definitions are spot-on. And I would argue that you need both to live a healthy life. When one outweighs another, things go down the tubes.
Certainly, the word "liberal" has traditionally meant someone who considers all points of view and the right of others to make their own choices. And "conservative" means adherence to established norms of both culture and government. It would be hard for either political party to demonstrate that they are either truly liberal or conservative. What's really concerning is that they feel no need to even try to define themselves. It's more about attaining the power than in justifying the power. I cringe every time anyone suggests that majority rule is legitimate rule.
Grandpa - This is Genius!!!
The more I learn about your views, the more I realize that you are one of the most thoughtful people I have ever met. This isn't to say that I agree with all of them, but I hold in high regard anyone who has used LOGIC and REASON to formulate their beliefs.
I think, with much irony, that many people on the Left of the political spectrum would peg you as a "Far-Right Conservative," whereas many on the Right would more accurately label you a Centrist.
The words "Liberal" and "Conservative" are just as confusing as the word "Free." I think someone can easily be both Liberal and Conservative - although many would violently disagree with me!
I think the word "Liberal" refers to anyone who can hear and consider the viewpoints of others. "Conservative" in Street English basically means "Limited tolerance for Bullshit."
I'm no Noah Webster, but I feel certain these definitions are spot-on. And I would argue that you need both to live a healthy life. When one outweighs another, things go down the tubes.
Thanks!
Certainly, the word "liberal" has traditionally meant someone who considers all points of view and the right of others to make their own choices. And "conservative" means adherence to established norms of both culture and government. It would be hard for either political party to demonstrate that they are either truly liberal or conservative. What's really concerning is that they feel no need to even try to define themselves. It's more about attaining the power than in justifying the power. I cringe every time anyone suggests that majority rule is legitimate rule.