In the UK, it is unfortunate that the centre right in politics has, for far too many decades, been associated with the Conservative Party which in its turn is associated with the privileged classes.In other countries this is perhaps less obvious and the centre right is based more on pragmatism.
The centre right is not imperialistic, nor is it racist, nor is it uncaring - all accusations which may legitimately be levelled at the far right.
So just what are the generic beliefs of the centre right?
They are Democratic. They are caring and want the worker to have employment and a fair rate of pay. They believe that if there is no wealth creation, then there can be no wealth distribution. They believe in the rewarding of merit and in low taxation. They believe that the state is far less important than the family. They believe in a structured society which pays what it has to in order to protect its borders and its citizenry. It has a tendency towards belief in a constitutional monarchy and respects the rule of law.
It upholds principles of responsibility in behaviour and clear punishments for all those, rich or poor alike, who abuse society. It offers respect to foreigners but has no desire to be subservient to them and favours strict immigration control.
The centre right is protective of both our countryside and our heritage. It wants genuine standards in education and the kind of opportunities for youngsters which comprehensives have manifestly failed to bring.
I could continue for quite a long time here but will curtail the piece at this point.
Check out to what extent the Conservative Party fits the criteria above.
Hardly fits the bill any more, does it?
