We will not adopt the fantastic hypocrisy of modern conservatism which preaches the values of families and communities, while conducting a direct assault on them through reduced wages and conditions and job security.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Keating criticizes conservatives for promoting family values while policies harm families economically.
- In plain terms
- He argues that modern conservatism hurts the very families it claims to support.
- What can you take from it?
- Actions should match stated values.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you spot political hypocrisy?
- Does policy match rhetoric?
Another view
Intentions behind policy may differ from their net economic effects.
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