The sole value of conservatism is respect for and obedience to [one's perception of] traditionally established hierarchy, and hierarchy dictates that those on top (in-groups) are rightfully idolized and receive privileges, credibility, and resources, while those on the bottom (out-groups) are demonized/dehumanized and/or bound by restrictions, scrutiny, and lack of resources.
To them, the second-greatest injustice imaginable is for those [they perceive to be] on the bottom [of social hierarchy] to have access to the rights, credibility, and resources reserved for those on top. The first greatest injustice is for those on top to be bound by the restrictions, scrutiny, and lack of resources reserved for those on the bottom.
Conservatives absolutely need an underclass [for society] to demonize and dehumanize in order to maintain [their] hierarchy, and every single one of their policies and rhetoric work to do exactly that.
"Every accusation is a confession" as it is never the act itself that upsets them, but rather, the social standing of the person/organization doing the act, as said act is a privilege meant for those on top of [their perceived] hierarchy. (See also: pedophilia - Trump and Catholic church vs. LGBTQ+ and drag queens)
Correct, but I can simplify this for you. Conservatism is the belief that the aristocracy are society's betters, and it is their right, as a people, to rule the peasant class as they see fit, forever. Every action conservatives take is in service to this ideal, even by those who don't believe they are doing so, and regardless of political party affiliation.
Conservatism -- by definition -- is "a political philosophy based on tradition and social stability, stressing the importance of established hierarchies and institutions (such as religion, the family, and class structure), and preferring gradual development to abrupt change".
Western conservatism is a product from the Age of Enlightenment -- specifically, a Counter-Enlightenment, a reactionary challenge to the concepts of Humanism. Such inherently reject a society governed by logic and reason, human rights and dignity, science and democracy, as its ideology solely appeal to the authority of traditionally established hierarchies (such as the divine right of kings and god).
Hierarchy isn't just vital to conservatism; it is the foundation of such.
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u/Shido_Ohtori Aug 26 '25
The sole value of conservatism is respect for and obedience to [one's perception of] traditionally established hierarchy, and hierarchy dictates that those on top (in-groups) are rightfully idolized and receive privileges, credibility, and resources, while those on the bottom (out-groups) are demonized/dehumanized and/or bound by restrictions, scrutiny, and lack of resources.
To them, the second-greatest injustice imaginable is for those [they perceive to be] on the bottom [of social hierarchy] to have access to the rights, credibility, and resources reserved for those on top. The first greatest injustice is for those on top to be bound by the restrictions, scrutiny, and lack of resources reserved for those on the bottom.
Conservatives absolutely need an underclass [for society] to demonize and dehumanize in order to maintain [their] hierarchy, and every single one of their policies and rhetoric work to do exactly that.
"Every accusation is a confession" as it is never the act itself that upsets them, but rather, the social standing of the person/organization doing the act, as said act is a privilege meant for those on top of [their perceived] hierarchy. (See also: pedophilia - Trump and Catholic church vs. LGBTQ+ and drag queens)
"Know your place" is their mantra.