And thus, this “Principled Conservatism” falls short of wisdom. There exist ways it can be abused spiritually, and conversely, genuine theological blessing can comport with Libertarianism which at the least will not forbid it. The crux of the issue in a Libertarian milieu is whence Liberty is seen to come. If from one’s most primal wishes, that would bring a disaster; if from God, that would bring great blessing.
A cardinal premise of Principled Conservatism is that Man is not perfectible in this world nor is paradise possible on earth.
The great Religions, among them, Catholicism, Judaism, Hinduism, among others; are other worldly in focus and temperament; all recognizing and accepting this reality.
Spiritualism and theology, as worthy as they are, have absolutely nothing to do w/Principled Conservatism and never did since the dawn of Man.