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Barry Goldwater (1909–1998) was a U. S.
Known for: The Conscience Of A Conservative
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The Conscience Of A Conservative
Originally published in 1960, this book presents Barry Goldwater’s political philosophy emphasizing limited government, individual freedom, and strong national defense. It became a foundational text for the American conservative movement, articulating principles that influenced later political leaders and thinkers.
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The Role of the States
The American Republic was built upon the principle of federalism—an ingenious distribution of power that preserved both unity and liberty. Yet by the mid-twentieth century, this structure was being hollowed out by relentless federal expansion. In this chapter, I argue that the central government has...
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The Economy
No government can spend itself into prosperity, yet our national policy has often been built upon that illusion. I contend that economic freedom is a natural corollary of political freedom. When government manipulates markets, regulates enterprise excessively, or subsidizes inefficiency, it destroys...
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About Barry Goldwater
Barry Goldwater (1909–1998) was a U.S. Senator from Arizona and the Republican Party’s nominee for President in 1964. Known as a leading figure in the postwar conservative movement, his ideas helped shape modern American conservatism.
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