The Dissenter

#1080 Tristan Rogers: Conservatism, Past and Present

Apr 4, 2025
Tristan Rogers, a philosopher and author specializing in political philosophy, dives deep into the essence of conservatism. He explores the virtues of gratitude, humility, and justice while tracing the historical roots from ancient thinkers like Plato to the complexities of modern populism. The discussion highlights the family's role in moral development and critiques the sexual revolution, advocating for traditional values. Rogers also emphasizes the need for balance between preserving the past and actively engaging with the future of conservatism.
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Philosophical Conservatism Defined

  • Philosophical conservatism is a search for wisdom, rooted in classical philosophy's pursuit of the good life.
  • It emphasizes conserving existing good things and building upon them within a political community.
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Core Conservative Virtues

  • Conservatism is tied to gratitude for inherited goods, humility about human limitations, and justice within tradition.
  • These virtues guide the pursuit of wisdom and responsible social change.
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Age of Conservatism

  • While modern conservatism emerged in response to the Enlightenment, the conservative disposition is arguably timeless.
  • Dr. Rogers suggests it's as old as human nature, present in varying degrees across individuals.
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