A Constitutional conservatism unites all conservatives through the natural fusion provided by American principles. It reminds economic conservatives that morality is essential to limited government, social conservatives that unlimited government is a threat to moral self-government, and national security conservatives that energetic but responsible government is the key to America\u2019s safety and leadership role in the world.<\/p>\n
A Constitutional conservatism based on first principles provides the framework for a consistent and meaningful policy agenda.<\/p>\n
It applies the principle of limited government based on the rule of law to every proposal.<\/p>\n
It honors the central place of individual liberty in American politics and life.<\/p>\n
\nIt encourages free enterprise, the individual entrepreneur, and economic reforms grounded in market solutions.\n
It supports America\u2019s national interest in advancing freedom and opposing tyranny in the world and prudently considers what we can and should do to that
\nend.<\/p>\n
It informs conservatism\u2019s firm defense of family, neighborhood, community, and faith.<\/p>\n
Is this adequate?<\/p><\/div>\n<\/blockquote><\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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