Quote by Abraham Lincoln

What is conservatism? Is it not adherence to the old and tried, against the new and untried

What is conservatism? Is it not adherence to the old and tri

Summary

This quote suggests that conservatism is characterized by a preference for traditional and established ideas or systems over novel or experimental ones. It implies that conservatives are more inclined to support familiar and proven approaches, while being cautious or skeptical towards untested or unfamiliar concepts. Overall, conservatism is seen as a stance that favors stability and continuity, rather than rapid change or innovation.

By Abraham Lincoln

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