Conservative facts for kids

Conservative means wanting to keep things mostly the same, or to save what is old and valuable. Think of it like protecting traditions, beliefs, or ways of doing things that have been around for a long time. For example, being culturally conservative means valuing and protecting a country's cultural heritage.

In politics, being conservative means supporting ideas that often focus on tradition, personal freedom, and a smaller role for the government. People who are conservative often believe that society works best when it follows established rules and values.

What is Political Conservatism?

Political conservatism is a way of thinking about how a country should be run. People with conservative views often believe in:

• Tradition: They value long-standing customs and institutions. They think these traditions help keep society stable.
• Limited Government: They often prefer that the government doesn't get too involved in people's lives or the economy. They believe individuals and businesses should have more freedom.
• Individual Responsibility: Conservatives often emphasize that people should be responsible for their own choices and success.
• Strong National Defense: They usually support a powerful military to protect the country.

Conservatives might also believe in lower taxes, as they think people should keep more of the money they earn. They often support free markets, where businesses can compete without much government control.

Conservative Parties Around the World

Many countries have political parties that are considered conservative. These parties work to put conservative ideas into action.

Examples of Conservative Parties

• United Kingdom: The Conservative Party is one of the two main political parties in the UK. Famous leaders include Margaret Thatcher and Robert Peel.
• United States: In the US, many conservatives are part of the Republican Party. Ronald Reagan was a well-known conservative President.
• Canada: The Conservative Party of Canada is a major political party in Canada.
• Other Countries: There have also been conservative parties in places like the Empire of Brazil. Leaders like Angela Merkel in Germany and Nicolas Sarkozy in France have also been associated with conservative politics.

Conservapedia

Conservapedia is an online encyclopedia, like Wikipedia, but it is written from a conservative Christian point of view. It aims to present information that aligns with conservative values and beliefs.

Images for kids

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  A protest in Washington, D.C., where conservative citizens gathered.

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  Gianfranco Fini, a former leader in the Italian government.

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  A "March for Life" event in Paris, France.

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  Nicolas Sarkozy, who was President of France from 2007 to 2012.

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  Robert Peel (1788–1850), an important figure in the history of the Conservative Party in the UK.

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  Margaret Thatcher (1925–2013), a former Prime Minister of the UK, known for her conservative policies.

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  Angela Merkel, who was the Chancellor of Germany from 2005 to 2021.

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  Ronald Reagan, who was President of the United States from 1981 to 1989.

See also

In Spanish: Conservadurismo para niños