as in conservatives
a person whose political beliefs are centered on tradition and keeping things the way they are
paleoconservatives who would never sanction gambling casinos in their state
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conservatives
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The owner of Butterworth’s, the hangout spot for young conservatives on Capitol Hill, agrees that crime is a major problem not only for businesses but for the public’s safety.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Sep. 2025 -
Following intense backlash from conservatives, the graphic was removed, and the museum issued an apology.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Paleoconservatives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paleoconservatives. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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