Human Imperfection (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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3 types of human imperfection in conservatism
3 types of human imperfection in conservatism
Psychological, moral, intellectual capacities
Hobbes' phrase for humanity outside society
Hobbes' phrase for humanity outside society
Solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short
Why conservatives rely on past generations' wisdom
Why conservatives rely on past generations' wisdom
Helps prevent repeating past mistakes
Institutions that provide stability in conservatism
Institutions that provide stability in conservatism
Family, legal system, state
Why conservatives prefer gradual change
Why conservatives prefer gradual change
Human intellectual imperfection & limited foresight
Examples of human moral imperfection
Examples of human moral imperfection
Selfishness and greed
Authority figures emphasised by conservatives
Authority figures emphasised by conservatives
State, religious leaders, community elders
Conservative view: human nature characteristics
Conservative view: human nature characteristics
Emotional impulsiveness, moral weakness, intellectual limits
Conservative view of the state
Conservative view of the state
Strong but limited
How conservatives view society
How conservatives view society
Organic entity that evolves over time
Conservative approach to economy
Conservative approach to economy
Cautious, prudent, long-term stability focus
Traditional economic values conservatives favour
Traditional economic values conservatives favour
Fiscal responsibility & protection of property rights
Why conservatives sceptical of radical ideologies
Why conservatives sceptical of radical ideologies
Assume people capable of perfectibility