ENG-365 New Approaches to Conservatism

GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
Rather than defining the term, this course focuses on appreciating the diversity of thought collected under “conservatism.” Starting with a challenge to the notion that conservatism is simply the uncritical acceptance of tradition. Consideration of Edmund Burke and the diversity, inconsistency, and divergent tendencies of, often contradictory ideas sometimes considered synonymous including: conservatism,traditionalism, moderation, centrism, classical liberalism and libertarianism, right-wing politics, and reactionary resentment. 4 credits.