/u/HazelGhost on Why does conservatism seem to have such a small global following?

For this, I'm assuming the typical "small government, strong military, Christian family values" type of conservative.

This particular definition alone might easily answer your question. Christianity is a minority religion, so it shouldn't be a surprise that most countries don't have a strong movement dedicated to it. Having a 'strong military' is essentially only an option for the 'top dogs' in the international scene (so again, it's not surprising that most countries forego it).

You might see better support for conservatism by considering its values in a more cultural-specific manner. For example, there are several asian cultures where the importance of the nuclear family is emphasized, even more so than in American conservatism. Some European states officially advocate Christianity by including a tithe the Catholic or Protestant churches as part of their tax system. And of course, the importance of a strong military is emphasized by many regimes around the world.

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