[buwaya]

Pragmatism is an essential component of the classic idea of conservative thought.

Start from Burke, or from Russel Kirk, Toqueville, or even Montequieu if you like, but thats what it is.

Non-pragmatic ideological conservatism is almost an oxymoron.

[Favor Center]

“Non-pragmatic ideological conservatism is almost an oxymoron.”

So, “conservatism” to you is not based on any principles, but political expediency?

[EternalVigilance]

Pragmatism is an essential component of the classic idea of conservative thought.

What passes for pragmatism nowadays is actually nothing but short-sightedness and an extreme unwillingness to pay the price for what actually endures.