New conservatisim is evolving into Patriotism First.
It’s taken me time to realize this. We are changing faster than others.
For example — muslim ban.
Conservatism — freedom of religion.
Patriotism First — Dangerous, security risk.
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Conservatism — freedom for all means open borders.
Patriotism First — Safe borders.
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Conservatism — free trade.
Patriotism First — America First. ‘Art of the Deal.’
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Now for a possible future shift ....
Conservatism — original intent if not strict constructionalism [Constitutional interpretation.]
Patriotism First — Anyone but Hillary or Sanders or [name the rat]
[Kind of hoping I don’t get torn by that one.]
Good analysis.