Commandments Quote by Barry Goldwater
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“Conservatism, we are told, is out-of-date. This charge is preposterous and we ought to boldly say so. The laws of God, and of nature, have no dateline. [...] These principles are derived from the nature of man, and from the truths that God has revealed about His creation. [...] To suggest that the Conservative philosophy is out of date is akin to saying that the Golden Rule, or the Ten Commandments or Aristotle 's Politics are out of date.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Conservative Convention, 1964
Argues that timeless moral and natural laws make conservatism perpetually relevant, rejecting claims it’s outdated.
In simple terms: Conservatism aligns with eternal principles.
Key Takeaway
Defend core values against modern critiques.
Themes
tradition
morality
politics
Mood
assertive
defensive
Type
political
ideological
When to use this quote
- public debates
- educational curricula
- policy formulation
- community dialogues
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
natural law
Questions to Reflect On
- Are any conservative ideas outdated?
- How do we balance tradition with change?
A Different Perspective
Risk of ignoring necessary societal progress.
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