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A fundamental aspect of the theory of the
Utopian or Symbolic Consciousness, is the distinction between the terms
Conservative
and Progressive, that are ordinarily
understood to be opposites. The original definition of the term Conservative
is from the Old French, as 'con' meaning against, plus guard as to guard
against. In this sense the term Conservative must be construed to mean to
guard and preserve the original state in its original form. The definition of the
term Conservative in terms of the Utopian identity, is distinct from what it is defined as the conventional context of the prevalent usage, in the context
of what is the paradigm of the day, or what is termed Progressive Materialism.
A clear understanding of the definitions of Conservative and Progressive are important in terms of understanding exactly what the principles upon which
the various political spectrums are based, which is fundamental to an informed
working of democracy or the building of any political system; or failing that, a
simple matter of personal pride in one's intellectual honesty and character.
(For further discussion see
Conservative/Progressive Dichotomy)
The term Conservative as defined here, means that a pre-existent state is of greater value and consequence than human created alternatives, that would replace it. Pre-existent states are qualities & conditions that pre-exist or proceed change, as transformation or destruction, or as any given pre-existent or present condition. Thus the esthetics of the off-shore ocean view might be greater than the value of the oil and the derricks that would spoil the vista. The term Progressive as defined here means that a changed state may be considered
to be of greater value and consequence than the pre-existent state it replaces. Thus the value of the oil would be considered greater than the esthetics of the ocean view.
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