Is that the only type of Conservatism there is? What about Paleoconservatism? Libertarian conservatism?
2007-10-26 04:51:25 · 15 answers · asked by Mutt 7 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
It is so funny that so many on the right say that the term "neoconservative" is a liberal smear and slanderous.
It was only 5 years ago that conservatives proudly used the term to describe themselves. Now, they are ashamed to be associated with it.
As for other types of conservatism. I'm sure that when they have some say in the direction of the Republican party, we will start hearing about them again.
"Libertarian Conservatism"? What a joke. When was the last time that a Republican politician could be considered "libertarian"? Between the big government policies of Reagan and the Bushes and the neoconservatives in control of the Republican party, between the domestic spying, and government control of abortion, government control of science and education, big wasteful Republican programs, get real. Are there any libertarians left in the Republican party?
Take a look at the first few answers to this question. The first is from a Conservative who says that the term "neocon" is liberal slander and the second is from a Conservative who says that only ignorant people think that the term is bad. The forth is from a Conservative proud of the term. The fifth says that it is a slur. Come on you guys. Stop contradicting yourselves. Is it a good term, or a bad term? Are you proud of it, or ashamed? Is it an insult, or a badge of honor?
2007-10-26 05:11:21 · answer #1 · answered by buffytou 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
My Typology Test Results
Learn About Other Typology Groups
Enterprisers
Social Conservatives
Pro-Government Conservatives
Upbeats
Disaffecteds
Conservative Democrats
Disadvantaged Democrats
Liberals
Bystanders
Enterpriser
Based on your answers to the questionnaire, you most closely resemble survey respondents within the Enterpriser typology group. This does not mean that you necessarily fit every group characteristic or agree with the group on all issues. Enterprisers represent 9 percent of the American public, and 10 percent of registered voters.
Basic Description
As in previous studies conducted in 1987, 1994 and 1999, this extremely partisan Republican group’s politics are driven by a belief in the free enterprise system and social values that reflect a conservative agenda.
Enterprisers are also the strongest backers of an assertive foreign policy, which includes nearly unanimous support for the war in Iraq and strong support for such anti-terrorism efforts as the Patriot Act.
Defining Values
Assertive on foreign policy and patriotic; anti-regulation and pro-business; very little support for government help to the poor; strong belief that individuals are responsible for their own well being. Conservative on social issues such as gay marriage, but not much more religious than the nation as a whole. Very satisfied with personal financial situation.
Who They Are
Predominantly white (91%), male (76%) and financially well-off (62% have household incomes of at least $50,000, compared with 40% nationwide). Nearly half (46%) have a college degree, and 77% are married. Nearly a quarter (23%) are themselves military veterans. Only 10% are under age 30.
Lifestyle Notes
59% report having a gun in their homes; 53% trade stocks and bonds in the stock market, and 30% are small business owners – all of which are the highest percentages among typology groups. 48% attend church weekly; 36% attend bible study or prayer group meetings.
2004 Election
Bush 92%, Kerry 1%. Bush’s most reliable supporters (just 4% of Enterprisers did not vote)
Party ID
81% Republican, 18% Independent/No Preference, 1% Democrat (98% Rep/LeanRep)
Media Use
Enterprisers follow news about government and politics more closely than any other group, and exhibit the most knowledge about world affairs. The Fox News Channel is their primary source of news (46% cite it as a main source) followed by newspapers (42%) radio (31%) and the internet (26%). Note: All descriptions and percentages are based on the national sample of adults surveyed by telephone in December. Based on your answers to the survey questions, you most closely resemble survey respondents within this group, even though you may differ significantly on one or more issues or traits.
In the overall typology there is a ninth group called “Bystanders” who are defined as adults who are not registered, who do not follow news about government and public affairs, and who say they rarely or never vote.
2007-10-26 12:04:35 · answer #2 · answered by Philip McCrevice 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you still support Bush despite overwhelming evidence that he is not a real conservative (real conservatives don't spend money on foreign "nation building" like a drunken sailor), then you get labeled neo-con. I think this is fair. I am aware there are a lot of genuine conservatives out there who are just as dismayed by this irresponsible presidential administration as I am.
As you can tell by many posters who are claiming it's just a "slur," they have no idea what the difference between traditional conservatism and the weird brand put forward by the Bush administration is.
2007-10-26 12:00:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 3⤋
Because most people who claim to be conservatives today fly in the face of the core principles of conservativism. That makes them neo-conservatives.
Conservatives are supposed to be against big government, against government intrusion, for a limited, non-interventionist foreign policy, for states rights, for privacy.
Look at most of the people claiming to be conservatives today: do they fit the small and limited government picture, or not?
2007-10-26 12:19:38 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just like the ultra-far right true Neoconservatives label everyone to the left of them, even other conservatives as liberal. The ultra-far left labels everyone to the right of them.. even other liberals as conservative. Just ignore these types of people if you can.
2007-10-26 12:02:21 · answer #5 · answered by pip 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
the world is full of idiots- in truth neo-conservatism is Zionist supremacism under another title to fool them- and guess wht - it WORKS!
2007-10-26 12:39:15 · answer #6 · answered by John M 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's only the people who are out to negatively label someone that would jump to that conclusion. There are many different kinds of conservatives, just as there are many different kinds of liberals.
"Neocon" is the latest insult. I guess it's easy to insult people when you generalize, and don't really realize what you are saying to them.
2007-10-26 11:58:09 · answer #7 · answered by ItsJustMe 7 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Same reason any Democrat is labeled a lazy ,welfare drawing, cowardly, want the country to lose the war, don't support our troops, libtard.? Get a grip. Works both ways. More so from Rush's side.
2007-10-26 12:00:41 · answer #8 · answered by grumpyoldman 7 · 5⤊ 4⤋
A new word was created. Most people who use the word "neo-conservative" don't know what it was intended to refer to. So they use it incorrectly. It just means newly conservative.
2007-10-26 12:01:46 · answer #9 · answered by regerugged 7 · 2⤊ 3⤋
Because the posters on here think being neoconservative is inherently "bad" even though they have no idea what it means, so they use it as an epithet instead of an adjective.
2007-10-26 11:54:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 5⤋