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Can conservatism be considered the dominant political ideology of the 21st century?

Ewald Mosdall

Oh boy, do I have some opinions on this one! Can conservatism be considered the dominant political ideology of the 21st century? Hmm, let me think...

First off, let's define what we mean by conservatism. Are we talking about small government and fiscal responsibility? Or are we talking about social conservatism, with a focus on traditional values and religious beliefs? Because let's be real, there are a lot of different flavors of conservatism out there.

But to answer the question at hand, I'm gonna go with a big fat NO. And here's why.

For one thing, the world has changed a lot since the days of Reagan and Thatcher. We're dealing with all sorts of new challenges and issues that previous generations could never have imagined. Climate change, income inequality, the rise of automation and artificial intelligence...these are all things that require new solutions and approaches.

And let's not forget that conservatism as a political philosophy is often associated with resistance to change. It's all about clinging to the old ways and resisting progress. Yet in the 21st century, progress is coming at us fast and furious. If we want to survive and thrive as a species, we need to be adaptable and open-minded.

But here's the real kicker: conservatism is just not that popular anymore. Sure, there are pockets of the population who still identify as conservatives, but overall the trend is moving in the opposite direction. Millennials and Gen Zers are more likely to identify as progressives or independents than as conservatives. And as the demographics of the country continue to shift, it's hard to see how conservatism can remain a dominant ideology.

Now, before anyone starts throwing rotten tomatoes at me, I should clarify that I'm not saying conservatism is dead or irrelevant. There will always be people who believe in the principles of limited government and personal responsibility. And there will always be opportunities for conservatives to make their case and win elections.

But to claim that conservatism is the dominant political ideology of the 21st century? Sorry, not buying it. The world is too complex, too dynamic, and too diverse to be contained by any one ideology. So let's embrace the messiness and uncertainty of our era, and work together to forge a better future for all.