conservatism, political doctrine that emphasizes the value of traditional institutions and practices.. Conservatism is a preference for the historically inherited rather than the abstract and ideal. This preference has traditionally rested on an organic conception of society—that is, on the belief that society is not merely a loose collection of individuals but a living organism comprising ... More @Wikipedia
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