as in conservatives
a person whose political beliefs are centered on tradition and keeping things the way they are
a small-town Tory who saw that society was changing, much to his regret
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conservatives
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That is critical, South Carolina conservatives say, in a crowded race where there is a high likelihood for a June 23 runoff if no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
8 June 2026 -
Analysts say younger, progressive voters tend to hold onto their ballots longer than conservatives.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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