The hottest Conservatism Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Intermission

Banana Peel Pirouette • 59 implied HN points • 06 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Conservative discourse has transformed 19th century economic liberalism into what is now recognized as economic conservatism in America. This shift raises questions about the role of neoliberalism within conservative ideology.
  2. In a bourgeois democracy, social liberals tend to have an advantage over social conservatives due to the momentum of perpetual progress. Social conservatives often find themselves playing a defensive game and may shift towards more extreme ideologies if they perceive a betrayal of traditional values.
  3. Support for same-sex marriage among Republicans has increased over time, indicating a change in societal views. This shift highlights how political stances can evolve over the years.

The Dawn of Effective Conservatism

From the New World • 291 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Richard Hanania advocates for conservatives to focus on actionable reforms and take responsibility for reversing decline.
  2. Hanania demonstrates how woke culture in universities and businesses stems from government regulations forcing diversity quotas.
  3. Conservatives should strategically fund policy entrepreneurs in important areas to overcome the imbalance with left-wing policy influencers.

What David Brooks Gets Wrong about the Time Tax

Can We Still Govern? • 196 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. David Brooks addresses administrative burdens, but overlooks contributions from private companies and conservative politicians as well.
  2. Bureaucracies tend to create administrative burdens, which accumulate over time and may not align with the organization's mission.
  3. Brooks proposes sludge audits and enhancing customer experience as ways to address bureaucracy, emphasizing that markets also generate administrative burdens.
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How Zohran Scrambles the Right

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 25 implied HN points • 09 Jul 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Zohran Mamdani is shaking things up in politics, making some conservatives uneasy. He brings a cool vibe that challenges the traditional image of progressive politicians.
  2. Many younger people used to see progressives as less cool, but Mamdani's style and confidence have changed that perception. He stands out as a fresh face, akin to Barack Obama.
  3. The New Right is struggling to define Mamdani, resorting to old criticisms that don't fit him well. Instead of being just another millennial politician, he feels different and more relatable.

Trump's Neo-Fusionism

Unpopular Front • 70 implied HN points • 29 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Trump's new approach, called Neo-Fusionism, mixes both national populism and libertarian ideas. This means he supports average people's values while also favoring some libertarian policies.
  2. There's a conflict between wanting a strong government to push Trump's agenda and the libertarian wish to reduce government power. This creates challenges in balancing these different beliefs.
  3. Understanding the different thinkers, like Rothbard and Francis, helps to explain the complexities and contradictions in Trump's coalition and overall politics.

The sad tale of GB News

The Path Not Taken • 220 implied HN points • 02 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Conservatism
  1. Conservative media has significantly increased in number due to the internet.
  2. The proliferation of media challenges the ability of liberal democracies to manage extreme voices.
  3. GB News struggled to balance satisfying viewers with complying to establishment norms.

Tucker Carlson Set The World On Fire

Men Yell at Me • 277 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Tucker Carlson's rhetoric exacerbated the effects of disasters like the pandemic and insurrection.
  2. His career may be over but the damage remains, with journalists targeted and disinformation spread.
  3. Carlson exemplified a model of shouting and outrage for profit in media, with little regard for the harm caused.

As Alternative für Deutschland approach 40% support in East Germany, a right-leaning CDU faction announce plans to break away from the Union and found a new party that will cooperate with AfD

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 131 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Conservatism
  1. Alternative für Deutschland is gaining significant support in East Germany, close to 40% in some states.
  2. A right-leaning CDU faction plans to break away and form a new party that will cooperate with AfD.
  3. This split could change the political landscape in Germany, with potential impact on the traditional parties.

Americanism and America

Who is Robert Malone • 16 implied HN points • 05 Jul 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Americanism means being devoted to the United States and respecting its culture, traditions, and government. It's all about loyalty to the values that define America.
  2. There's a rising threat to Americanism that blends socialism with a new form of governance from big corporations. This new idea restricts free speech and promotes a global rather than national identity.
  3. To protect American ideals, it's important to promote what makes America great and to stay aware of the dangers from globalist movements. Engaging with these ideas can help inspire more people to embrace American values.

Nancy Mace: Congresswoman, Marine, trans icon

Indian Bronson • 42 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Nancy Mace is a notable public figure, being a congresswoman and the first woman to graduate from a military college. Her story shows how women can break through barriers in traditionally male roles.
  2. The discussion around gender identity and rights in public spaces, like bathrooms, is controversial. Many believe these issues need careful consideration and boundaries to protect everyone.
  3. The conflict between modern conservatism and progressivism reflects deeper societal changes. As attitudes evolve, what was once seen as progressive might eventually be viewed as conservative.

Seeking the First-Person Plural

Apposition • 19 implied HN points • 15 Apr 23
📖 Philosophy Conservatism
  1. Conservatism and environmentalism can find common ground in the concept of 'green conservatism'.
  2. Bottom-up approaches to resource management, rooted in local communities, can be more effective than top-down solutions.
  3. A sense of belonging and love for our surroundings, known as oikophilia, can drive good stewardship of the earth.

What's at Stake in the "War on Woke"

Unpopular Front • 73 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. The right-wing 'war on woke' is fueled by a radical goal to dismantle Civil Rights infrastructure and reimpose segregation.
  2. Corporate America's embrace of DEI efforts may waver as business interests and political landscapes shift.
  3. A potential second Trump administration could lead to a significant assault on Civil Rights enforcement and regulation.

They're All Like That

Unpopular Front • 88 implied HN points • 06 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Anti-woke sentiment can be a gateway to extreme politics on the right.
  2. Many in the right-wing intellectual circles have close proximity to fascist or white supremacist propaganda.
  3. Personal relationships and camaraderie can be tested and broken by ideological differences over time.

The Führer Next Time

Unpopular Front • 50 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Some right-wing supporters are advocating for a form of leadership that consolidates power and enforces ideology through the presidency, exceeding traditional boundaries.
  2. This approach outlined by some conservatives involves expanding executive power over the other branches of government, reducing checks and balances.
  3. Despite the desire for a more authoritarian leadership style, the success of such power grabs remains uncertain and potentially farcical.

The Browning of the Right

Unpopular Front • 89 implied HN points • 19 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Radicalization among the junior staff of the conservative movement is widespread.
  2. Both the lower ranks and leadership of the Right show signs of embracing extremist ideologies.
  3. Fascist subjectivity involves indulging sadistic feelings and the performance of hesitation or doubt.

Will “Principles First” launch a Conservative Party?

The Cosmopolitan Globalist • 15 implied HN points • 17 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Principles First is growing and might become a main group in launching a new Conservative Party. They are taking action because the current GOP doesn't align with traditional conservative values anymore.
  2. They are hosting a big summit to gather people who share their beliefs, including well-known conservative leaders and writers. A lot of interest is building as over a thousand people have signed up for the conference.
  3. If they form a Conservative Party, they would support candidates who stick to true conservative principles and challenge those who don't. This could change the political landscape and give voters a true option in elections.

The New Fusionism

Reactionary Feminist • 20 implied HN points • 09 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. There's a big shift happening in American politics, especially after the recent elections. People are curious about what a Trump victory means for the future.
  2. The coming political landscape will mix traditional social conservatism with the influence of big tech, like what Elon Musk represents. This could change how conservatives think about family and human values.
  3. Some people are worried about new tech affecting society, but there's a sense of hope that not everything will lead to extreme changes, like Trump promising to ban certain medical transitions for youth.

Memoirs of an Antisemite

Unpopular Front • 70 implied HN points • 01 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Identification with a strongman figure can lead to descent into antisemitism.
  2. Antisemitism simplifies complex issues and offers a sense of power through taboo indulgence.
  3. Thoughtlessness and bad faith play a role in the spread of antisemitic ideas.

The Preppie in Decline

Unpopular Front • 78 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Tucker Carlson was fired from Fox News and his career faced a decline
  2. Carlson's transformation from a preppie conservative to a fire-breathing populist was fueled by his frustrations and failures
  3. Carlson's cynicism and irresponsibility served as a personal ideology and a way to assert freedom and success for him

The Origins of Woke

Kvetch • 53 implied HN points • 28 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Civil rights law shapes racial identities and behaviors but has a fundamentally dishonest nature.
  2. Activists used legal frameworks like civil rights law to push for social change, impacting workplace and inter-sex relations.
  3. The doctrine of disparate impact in the law can lead to unintended consequences like making every hiring criterion technically illegal.

The Cross and the Flag

Unpopular Front • 66 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Christian Nationalism is a subject of debate and concern within the Christian community.
  2. Christian Nationalism espouses totalitarian and ethnonationalist ideologies.
  3. The Case for Christian Nationalism presents a call for a charismatic leader and rejection of universalism.

The Thomas-Crow Affair

Unpopular Front • 59 implied HN points • 10 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas received lavish gifts from billionaire Harlan Crow, revealing unusual taste in decor
  2. Collecting sculptures of dictators and Nazi memorabilia indicates a creepy fascination with power and domination
  3. Conservatives publicly defending Crow show a strong loyalty to their business patrons, highlighting the close ties between right-wing politics and wealthy elites

The Trad Marxism of George Grant, Part 2

From the New World • 10 implied HN points • 03 Jan 25
📖 Philosophy Conservatism
  1. George Grant blended traditionalism with Marxism, believing that while capitalism had improved life in some ways, it left a void in meaning and connection for many people.
  2. He thought that Marx's ideas offered a moral vision that could help explain social and economic issues, but felt that Marxism failed to embrace the spiritual aspect of life.
  3. Grant warned that society was becoming increasingly homogenized, with cultures and individual identities being overshadowed by impersonal economic systems.

Yes, the "Woke Right" is real

Reactionary Feminist • 9 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. The idea of a 'Woke Right' exists and may provide a better perspective than the traditional Right or Left views. It challenges the notion that all 'wokeness' is negative.
  2. Some people argue that the 'Woke Right' aligns with cultural critiques similar to those seen on the Left, but it can also strive to connect with more positive values like goodness and beauty.
  3. The discussion around the 'Woke Right' is often defensive, suggesting a pushback against new ways of thinking in politics and culture, rather than just about denying or ignoring these changes.

America Needs a Conservative Party

The Cosmopolitan Globalist • 7 implied HN points • 22 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. There is a belief that America needs a new Conservative Party because current options are not satisfactory. Many feel tired of choosing between candidates who don't align with their values.
  2. The proposed Conservative Party would focus on key principles like free enterprise, the rule of law, and rational political leadership. It's seen as essential for defending America and the world against rising challenges.
  3. To be effective, the Conservative Party should be organized as a serious political entity, not just a temporary movement. It needs to engage people nationwide and prepare for future elections.

March 17, 2024

Letters from an American • 11 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. Journalist Casey Michel highlighted how Hungarian prime minister Orbán's visit to a right-wing think tank was significant, shedding light on potential influence and alliances.
  2. Project 2025, led by Heritage Foundation, aims to reshape the U.S. government with far-right ideologies, targeting areas like family, government workforce, international relations, and personal liberties.
  3. The document envisioned by Project 2025 outlines extreme measures like purging civil service, dismantling international relationships, and concentrating power, posing a threat to democracy and equality as outlined by the Founding Fathers in 1776.

The Fundie Baby Voice

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper • 1 HN point • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conservatism
  1. The 'fundie baby voice' is a soft, high-pitched, breathy tone often used by some women in Fundamentalist communities to show submission and sweetness.
  2. This voice can be habitual for some women or used to hide secrets, but it doesn't always indicate malice; some just follow learned behavior.
  3. When powerful figures speak with the 'fundie baby voice', it can signal a mix of condescension and submission to maintain proximity and favor with those in power.