Social conservatism

Social conservatism is a belief in traditional morality and social mores and the desire to preserve these in present day society. While its opponents argue that such beliefs are outdated in the face of cultural change, the proponents of social conservatism argue that "modern" values are vapid and corrupt. This belief is most commonly identified with churches, particularly those of the Christian faith. Other movements that have drawn upon this ideology include the Ku Klux Klan, nativism, and fundamentalism. Social conservatives of the United States of America tend to vote for the republican party, which historically has been pro-life and against gay marriage. See also: conservatism