They Say Most Oklahomans practice #ConservativePolitics, but Do They Know What a #Conservative Really Thinks (without descending into schoolyard-namecalling)?

The president of the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs (OCPA) explains 'what conservative politics are' in a report you can access through the bold link below; but first, I want to review 'that word.'

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The word “Conservative” (disposed to Retain whatever is Established, opposed to Innovation & Change (or -to Progress, some would say)) is built on ancient words that mean “Com- + to Keep Watch, Maintain (see Protect).”

#Conservatism #NeoConservative #UltraConservative #Conservatively #Conservativeness

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