Articulation needed for ‘small-c conservatism’ in Canada
The term 'small-c conservative' refers in Canada to so-called 'ideological' conservatives—as opposed to members of the 'big-C' Conservative Party, who are often 'small-l liberals.' However, 'small-c conservatism' is arguably still a broader term than 'social conservatism,' within the Conservative Party. 'Small-c conservatives' are the heart and soul of the party.
TORONTO—There is a big debate beginning about the shape and future of conservatism in Canada.
“Social conservatism”—if narrowly defined as opposition to abortion and same-sex marriage—is clearly an ideological dead end in Canada, and will only burden the future o...
