BoJester wrote:
Not really, conservatism supports traditionalism, and many conservatives like to think that any change is social structure is against their core beliefs.
The greatest oppostition to a******n is from conservatives and THEIR religious convictions
Same interracial marriage and off-spring
Same for same sex marriage
Same for religious freedom for ALL religions
The rate of acceptance of these and other social change lags far behind the rest of the population of this country.
A good example is the social structure in Canada, where these issues have become non-issues because of the more liberal attitudes of the citizens
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Wrong again comrade BoBo. This country was founded on Christianity, libertarianism/conservatism and traditional principles and values. These values and principles are tried and true markers as a moral and just compass. Many things change over time, but man's nature does not. These principles are guideposts for man to keep it between the ditches. It's when we abandon these values and principles that we veer off into the ditch.
Moreover, it is the Marxist faction (aka; Progressives) in this country that pushes for "change" in order to push through their destructive agenda. [Yes, that means YOU]
"Right to choose" a******n policy is simply population control. Margaret Sanger, Eugenics and Planned Parenthood. Follow the thread. Bad ending every time.
I apply this point of view: I am pro-life AND pro-choice. Paradoxical? Not when reason is applied. My belief is that "We as Americans should be free to follow our own pursuits as long as it doesn't infringe on the rights of others."
That being the premise, I believe a woman has the right to choose...but the choice is NOT where the Progressives have "moved the goalpost" to. The choice is not to take a life out of convenience, but whether or not to copulate. Or, whether to copulate with or without birth control. THAT is the choice. If you choose wrong...you don't get to murder an unborn child out of convenience. Pregnant? That's your responsibility. Based on reason, Roe vs Wade is unconstitutional and therefore should be overturned.
"Freedom and personal responsibility" is my creed. If you make bad decisions, you take the responsibility to accept the consequences of those decisions. In the subject of a******n, you shouldn't get a mulligan for your lack of judgment. Therefore, logically, a******n (except in the cases of rape, life-threat of mother, dead fetus...) should not be allowed because it is murder and murder is already against the law. This should also be coupled with NO welfare benefits for able-bodied parents who have kids they can't afford. Welfare should only be for the elderly and truly disabled. Even "disabled" people can work if they want to. The ease of getting welfare and legalized a******ns have caused great damage to this country. These policies are simply bailouts for the irresponsible.
Gay marriage? My Christian faith says it's wrong. However, my faith also says that God is the only judge on this topic, not man. Therefore, gay people should be free to marry or be gay or wh**ever. The fed gov't should not be in the business of legislating morality. Same goes for interracial marriage, and so forth. I don't care what people do as long as it doesn't hurt someone else and I don't have to pay for it.
I'll stop there. If you'd liked to be schooled further on what Libertarians and Conservatives think, just ask.