Question

Which statements are examples of contemporary conservative beliefs? Check all that apply.

Government should not have a large role in the economy.
Tax rates should be raised to pay for government programs.
The US military should remain strong to protect foreign interests.
The government should regulate businesses to protect consumers.
The states should be strictly controlled by the federal government.
There should be stiff penalties for offenders who commit violent crimes.

Answer 1

Selected as contemporary conservative beliefs:
- Government should not have a large role in the economy.
- The US military should remain strong to protect foreign interests.
- There should be stiff penalties for offenders who commit violent crimes.

Not conservative:
- Tax rates should be raised to pay for government programs.
- The government should regulate businesses to protect consumers.
- The states should be strictly controlled by the federal government.