quotations about conservatives
To be conservative requires no brains whatsoever. Cabbages, cows and conifers are conservatives, and are so stupid they don’t even know it. All that is basically required is acceptance of what exists.
COLIN WELCH
London Spectator, Jul. 21, 1967
Conservatism is the blind and fear-filled worship of dead radicals.
MARK TWAIN
attributed, Mark Twain on Common Sense: Timeless Advice and Words of Wisdom from America's Most-Revered Humorist
Liberals feel unworthy of their possessions. Conservatives feel they deserve everything they've stolen.
MORT SAHL
attributed, Moments of Clarity
For me, one of the most disturbing elements of the right wing's political agenda is that it believes that there is one correct spiritual and moral path for all people to follow. The danger inherent in this is its explicit refusal to accept anyone who happens to lead a different lifestyle, and the condemnation of those who differ.
BARBRA STREISAND
The Advocate, Aug. 17, 1999
Clinging to any form of conservatism can be dangerous. Become too conservative and you are unprepared for surprises.
FRANK HERBERT
Chapterhouse: Dune