My beliefs

It seems to me

I guess I must be a Liberal

{ 9:33 AM, 17/11/2006 } { Posted by cherylgraham2 }

Based on what you have just pointed out I must be a Liberal.

But what you are saying is nothing to do with the name given to various political parties - is that correct? Because based on Aussie politics, The Liberal party would be conservative in nature and The Labour party would be "liberal" in nature - a bit confusing. Is that right?

Also how do the US political parties fit into this definition? Bush would have to be a Conservative, right?

A slightly confused Chezza :P

I believe you're a small "l" liberal, Chezza, as distinct from a big "L" one.

{ 9:46 AM, 17/11/2006 } { Posted by snowy }

You got it right Chezza. The Liberal Party is really a Conservative Party in this country. You'll often hear reference to small "l" liberals, who are the ones I am referring to, and the ones with whom I believe you and I identify.

Of course, all generalisations are dangerous, and many people would identify with liberals in some issues, and with conservatives in others. That is the middle ground that both political parties try to attract.

While both terms are used in politics, I prefer to think of them as a description of a basic philosophy of life, which is of course reflected in our political beliefs.

Some would argue that both U.S. political parties are conservative, but that Bush's Republican Party is the more conservative of the two. However, it is true that liberals in the U.S. would be more inclined to support the Democrats, albeit as the lesser of two evils.




Edited by snowy on 16/11/2006 at 4:48 PM

Thanks Snowy

{ 5:26 PM, 17/11/2006 } { Posted by cherylgraham2 }

I now see the distinction between small (l) and big (L) liberals.

Yes you are right about generalisations there are some issues that we will differ on, it makes voting for one party over another difficult at times.

As for the upcoming Victorian state election, well I have got no idea who to vote for. I am starting to wonder if it matters as even though the states are controlled by Labour governments the Liberal federal government seems to have everything tired up to suit them anyway.

Oh the apathy of it all. Ho Hum.

Have a great red wine night Snowy,
Chezza <:-)

I vote Labor, always have, always will.

{ 5:50 PM, 17/11/2006 } { Posted by snowy }

Some people are just one eyed,rusted on, fanatical, zealots, I suppose....

Thanks for reminding me about it being red night. Actually it's beer and whisky, but hey, who's being picky....

Edited by snowy on 17/11/2006 at 12:41 AM

I choose

{ 6:37 PM, 20/1/2007 } { Posted by catherine6342 }

small 'l' liberal. I've always wondered about that conservative/liberal talk. You've made it embarassingly easy to understand. Thanks Snowy.

I must admit a tad biased towards liberal, Catherine. ;o)

{ 6:43 PM, 20/1/2007 } { Posted by snowy }

But that is how I see it. Glad I could help.

conservative

{ 1:27 PM, 22/1/2007 } { Posted by loopy }

I'd say that "conservatives" are ironically named as well. The modern trend seems (to me) to be towards a "conservative" approach on a micro scale. By which I mean that more individuals are choosing the antagonistic approach over the co-operative one. This is seen in a lack of true community, and an increase in hostility in everyday life. Perhaps it's a short step from conservative to radical.

That seems closer to what neo-conservatives are about to me.

{ 2:07 PM, 22/1/2007 } { Posted by snowy }

Radical conservatives seems to fit very well.