The 31 Flavors of Conservatism

I realized from a recent comment on my blog that the term “conservative” could mean many things to many people.  Although I consider myself a conservative (hence the name Virginia Conservative), others may consider themselves conservative and have considerably opposing viewpoints.  Like a political Baskin Robbins, conservatism can take many forms, many flavors. The purpose [...]

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A Link to Something Important

Good evening.
I hope you all have noticed the increasing numbers of links added to the right side of the page.  Although I think they are all of value (otherwise I wouldn’t put them there), I want to direct your attention to the newest one, American Patriots Committee.  Earlier today I had the opportunity to speak [...]

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The Curious Case of the 2008 Senate Race

When examining the present Senate race here in Virginia, there are two factors that one should keep in mind:  the events leading up to and including the Republican convention, and results since that time.  For those who attended the convention or keep up with party politics, most of this information will be redundant for you, [...]

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Federalism update

Hey everyone.
Looks like one state is standing up for its rights under the tenth amendment. Rather than type out the resolution myself, I direct you to a blog called The Oath.
Finally someone taking a step in the right direction.

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Winning the Veep-stakes

Since the conclusion of the Presidential Primary process, questions have been circulating regarding choices for Vice President. Although I personally think the idea is not very important (other than setting up someone for a future presidential run), apparently some people alter their vote based upon a running mate. Therefore, I thought I should [...]

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You Can’t Legislate Morality?

I find that when social liberals debate social conservatives, sooner or later the liberal will use the phrase, “You can’t legislate morality”. I find this argument to be frustrating, inane, and pointless. What I believe is meant here is, “Hey, don’t push your religious or political beliefs on me.” The simple fact [...]

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Join the Fun!

As I continue to learn more features of this website, I am proud to announce that links have now been included on the right side of the page. So far I have added some of the folks from the Jeffersoniad, but more will be added, as I deem appropriate.
Heck, we may not [...]

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The backlash against John McCain

Not my words, but I found them quite interesting.
You should note that three Virginia congressmen make this list.
Reasoning runs the gambit from immigration, energy, the war in Iraq, and environmental policy. I suppose the question is, come election day will conservatives vote for Sen. McCain?
Any thoughts?
-Joshua

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The 10th Amendment and the Joy of Federalism

(or I don’t care how they do things in Massachusetts). 
Note: This piece serves as a continuation and elaboration of Down with the Nanny State!

Ask someone what is the most important amendment to the constitution.  If he were a liberal, he would likely answer “the right to free speech”, the 1st.   If he were a conservative, [...]

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Forget the Bacon…Bring Home the Pork!

Ah pork, the other white meat.  Of course this article has nothing to do with the pig product, but rather the issue commonly known as pork barrel spending or “pork”.  It is spending designed by a legislator for the benefit of his or her constituents.  Now I would assume that as conservatives, we would be [...]

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