Popular democracy is, as I have argued, an essential part of the theory of modern conservatism. I just recognize that it is of less value as an end in itself than, say, individual liberty or fundamental human rights. Do you? https://www.nationalreview.com/2021/03/not-everyone-should-be-made-to-vote/ … https://thefederalist.com/2015/11/16/conservatisms-essential-element-is-experience/ …https://twitter.com/jonathanchait/status/1381684699681206275 …
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Exactly. I think the right to self-government is paramount, even at the expense of my preferred economic system. Your priorities are the reverse.
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Are you for removing the un and anti democratic elements of the Constitution? Very hard to vote away first amendment rights — thank God. Democracy is good. But the best parts of liberal systems are the things that are put out of the reach of momentary political passion.
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Dan out here courageously complimenting himself.
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Your position is clear. You want government to serve only certain interests you find important and will limit the input of others if they try to impose literally any other values.
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