Why are social conservatives and business leaders political allies?

Question

Is there a common philosophical thread tying opposition to gay marriage, abortion, and secular government to opposition to minimum wage raises, welfare, and inheritance tax, or is the alliance of Christian leaders and business leaders made merely out of political convenience?

I'm more interested in hearing from conservative thinkers and activists than those opposed to the movement, but I'm always interested in a good conspiracy theory!

Or, a better question than why the two groups of people are allied, is why individuals tend to hold the beliefs attributed to each group--that is, why those who favor restrictions on gay marriage tend to oppose restrictions on business?

Answer 1

This is a very good question. First, I will say that I am a conservative and tend to follow party lines pretty closely (except for environmental issues, which neither party properly addresses). It is odd that these two groups mesh together and form the majority of the republican party. I assume that you understand the philosophy behind both above-mentioned groups. I don't necessarily think that all or even a majority of businessmen are Christians. I believe that many Christians feel that as a contributing community member, you need to have a good-paying job and need to able to support yourself. Hard work and self-sufficiency are emphasized numerous times throughout the Bible. I think this mind-set (which I share) goes back to the "give a man a fish, feed him for a day, teach a man to fish, feed him for a lifetime". Giving a man a fish is the epitome of government welfare programs and is therefore opposed by many Christians. I, myself, am very happy to donate money, time, and food to help those in need, but I feel that the government is very inefficient and misuses my tax dollars. I feel that educating those in need and providing them with sustenance, shelter, and clothing is best achieved through churches. Because of this common opinion among business leaders and Christians, the groups mesh together for political convenience.

Answer 2

I think it is mostly a partnership of convenience. The current democratic platform includes increasing government control and a relaxation of morals. The business leaders oppose the government control, and the social conservatives opposes the relaxation of moral standards. They find it mutually beneficial to join together to oppose the democrats.

I know many would like to end the alliance, but it is necessary to have the number of votes necessary to oppose democrats. I find it humorous that some democrats complain of the alliance, when it was created in response to their platform.

I don't see changes happening any time soon, unless we get away from the 2 party system. If there were lots of parties to choose from, then alliances of convenience like this one would probably break up to support a party that better reflects their values.

I guess it is true that we create our own worst enemies.

Answer 3

Bill Gates, Buffet, Steve Jobs, the Disney Brd of Directors, among others are LIBERAL and they are the largest business leaders in the US (in Bill's case, the world). You mean the CORRUPT OIL exec who have something in common with Xtians: MONEY HUNGER, against Jesus X's teachings.

Answer 4

It'sall about Xtians ammassing money.