key thinkers

• Who is known as a traditional conservative thinker?

  Thomas Hobbes
• What does Thomas Hobbes believe an ordered society should balance?

  The human need for freedom
• According to Hobbes, what are humans vulnerable to?

  Being led astray in understanding
• What is the title of Hobbes' famous work?

  Leviathan
• What does Hobbes argue is necessary for order and security?

  A strong government
• What does Hobbes warn will happen without a strong government?

  Conflict and war
• Who is known for the idea that change should be taken with caution?

  Edmund Burke
• What does Burke emphasize should be respected in society?

  Tradition and empiricism
• What does Burke believe represents combined knowledge passed down?

  Tradition
• What is the title of Burke's notable work?

  Reflections on the Revolution in France
• What does Burke advocate for instead of revolution?

  Slow change
• According to Burke, what does tradition offer?

  A sense of identity
• Who is associated with the idea of pragmatism in politics?

  Michael Oakshott
• What does Oakshott believe should guide people's actions?

  Pragmatism
• What does Oakshott argue about theories and ideologies?

  They oversimplify complex situations
• How does Oakshott view modern society?

  As unpredictable and complex
• What historical regimes does Oakshott criticize?

  Fascist and communist regimes
• How does Oakshott describe the development of government in Britain?

  It developed pragmatically over time
• What does Oakshott believe politics must accommodate?

  Existing traditions and practices
• Who is associated with the New Right and neoliberal ideas?

  Ayn Rand
• What does Ayn Rand believe about capitalism?

  It is morally right
• Who is known for the concept of the night watchman state?

  Robert Nozick
• What political ideology is Robert Nozick associated with?

  New Right (neoliberal)
• What is a key characteristic of New Right ideology?

  Emphasis on liberal ideas