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LGBTQIA+ 11w
conservatives have never been on the right side of history
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Anonymous 11w

If you’re ever unsure if you’re doing the right thing, just stop and think: “What would evangelical conservatives do?” Then do exactly the opposite of that and you’ll be golden!

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Anonymous 11w

The statement is an absolute claim “never”, is logically weak because historical realities are complex and context-dependent. Examples : Abolition of slavery in the UK: Conservative William Wilberforce led abolitionist efforts in Parliament. Environmental conservation in the US: Republican President Theodore Roosevelt created national parks and protected natural resources, laying groundwork for environmental policies admired today…

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Anonymous 11w

Prohibition

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Anonymous replying to -> #4 11w

On top of that what is considered “progressive” or “conservative” changes over time. For instance, early movements to protect traditional indigenous knowledge and oppose forced Westernization were “conservative” from a cultural standpoint but are now viewed as morally just. History shows that no ideology has a monopoly on being right or wrong. Both conservative and progressive movements have contributed positively…

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Anonymous replying to -> #4 11w

and negatively depending on the era, place, and issue. It is simplistic to dismiss one side entirely without case-by-case analysis.

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Anonymous replying to -> #4 11w

We’re talking about US conservatives… you’re also forgetting the party “switch”…

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Anonymous replying to -> #2 11w

ah yes that worked out so well

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Anonymous replying to -> #2 11w

Ah, yes, when people died from tainted alcohol that couldn’t be regulated or inspected by a party that keeps accountability. Fantastic!

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