quotations about conservatives
Conservatism, though a necessary element in any stable society, is not a social program; in its paternalistic, nationalistic and power adoring tendencies it is often closer to socialism than true liberalism; and with its traditionalistic, anti-intellectual, and often mystical propensities it will never, except in short periods of disillusionment, appeal to the young and all those others who believe that some changes are desirable if this world is to become a better place.
FRIEDRICH HAYEK
The Road to Serfdom
Clinging to any form of conservatism can be dangerous. Become too conservative and you are unprepared for surprises.
FRANK HERBERT
Chapterhouse: Dune
Conservatism can only win in the short term, because society cannot stop evolving.
CHUCK KLOSTERMAN
I Wear the Black Hat: Grappling with Villains
To be conservative requires no brains whatsoever. Cabbages, cows and conifers are conservatives, and are so stupid they don’t even know it. All that is basically required is acceptance of what exists.
COLIN WELCH
London Spectator, Jul. 21, 1967
A conservative is someone who does not think he is morally superior to his grandfather.
JOHN HOWARD
The Howard Era